FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
About Montessori Europe
What is Montessori Europe?
Montessori Europe is a non-profit association that connects and supports Montessori educators, schools, training centres, researchers, adolescents, and national organisations across Europe and beyond.
Is Montessori Europe linked to a specific training organisation?
No. Montessori Europe is deliberately unaffiliated with any training organisation. This independence ensures that our community remains open to all who value Montessori principles, regardless of training pathway or pedagogical lineage.
Do you recommend Montessori courses?
No. Because Montessori Europe is not aligned with any training organisation, we do not recommend specific training courses.
Can you recommend a Montessori school for my child?
Montessori Europe does not evaluate or recommend individual schools. We advise families to contact their National Montessori Association for guidance.
Membership
Can I pay my membership fee by credit card?
Yes. Membership fees can be paid securely by PayPal or credit card through our Webling system.
Do I need to renew my membership every year?
Membership in Montessori Europe is ongoing under German association law. Your membership automatically renews each January unless you cancel it in writing.
What are the benefits of membership?
Members receive free webinar access, full access to webinar recordings, quarterly newsletters, AGM voting rights (for individuals and nominated institutional representatives), and access to the Member Repository. Institutional members receive additional branding and listing benefits.
How do I cancel my membership?
Please email office@montessori-europe.net with your cancellation request. Cancellations take effect at the end of the membership year.
What is the cost for a Member to place a job advert?
Vacancies posted by Montessori Europe School Members are published free of charge.
Can I display the ME logo on my website?
Institutional Members, including schools, school groups, training centres, and national organisations, receive a year-specific Montessori Europe membership logo. This is the only logo authorised for online use.
Members are asked to include a link to the Montessori Europe homepage when displaying it.
Congress
What is the Montessori Europe Congress?
The Congress is an annual international gathering offering keynote presentations, workshops, research sessions, networking, and school visits.
Where can I find details about the next Congress?
All information is available on the external Congress website: www.mecongress.net
Do members receive benefits for the Congress?
Yes. Members receive priority registration and may receive additional benefits depending on the event structure.
Adolescent Voice Collective (AVC)
Who can join the AVC?
Any adolescent aged 12-18. Participation is not limited to Montessori programmes.
Does each adolescent need a chaperone?
Yes. Each adolescent must be accompanied by a responsible adult. One chaperone may accompany multiple adolescents.
Are AVC materials available after the event?
Yes. All AVC resources are available to Montessori Europe members in the Member Repository.
General
How can I contact Montessori Europe?
Email office@montessori-europe.net or via the Contact form on this website.
Where are your legal details published?
Our registered address, legal information, and statutory details are listed on the Imprint page, as required by German association law.
Still Have Questions?
We are always happy to help. Please contact us at: office@montessori-europe.net