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We’re proud to share that AMIGA Montessori is an ambassador for the 2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout! 💙

Thanks to our incredible community, we raised $14,000 across 2023 and 2024 — and we’re gearing up to make an even bigger impact this year.

Each AMIGA centre will be hosting special events for our families, uniting our efforts to help end homelessness. 🏠✨

Did you know that over 30,660 people in Victoria are currently experiencing homelessness? Vinnies provides critical support through emergency accommodation, meals, counselling, and health services — but they need our help.

👉 Join us and donate today to support this vital cause:
https://www.ceosleepout.org.au/fundraisers/maxbergh/victoria

Let’s continue the fight against homelessness together.

🌍 Earth Hour Celebration ! 🌿

Yesterday, Amiga Montessori Cranbourne West participated in Earth Hour from 10 to 11 AM by turning off all the lights and unplugging possible electrical outlets. 🌱

The kitchen team joined in by switching off the lights and opening the blinds to make the most of natural daylight. 🌞

The children and educators gathered for a special group time in the dark, where they had a thoughtful discussion about the importance of Earth Hour and how we can all help protect our planet. 🌎

A huge thank you to all the children and educators for their enthusiasm and participation in this meaningful event!

It’s through our collective efforts that we can make a difference. 💡

At AMIGA Montessori, we celebrated Women’s Day in a meaningful and engaging way by dressing up as community helpers. Montessori Cranbourne North

Today, we had a delightful Pancake Day celebration filled with hands-on learning, creativity, and delicious treats! Our talented chef, Charanjeet, led an engaging cooking experience with the children, where they explored different ingredients and learned about various recipes.

The children were excited to take part in the process, from mixing the batter to observing the pancakes cook to perfection. Charanjeet encouraged discussions about the ingredients, sparking curiosity about different recipes and cooking techniques. The experience not only enhanced their understanding of food preparation but also fostered a sense of collaboration and joy in the kitchen.

It was wonderful to see the children actively engaged, asking thoughtful questions, and expressing their interest in learning more about cooking. The session ended on a sweet note as everyone enjoyed the delicious pancakes they helped create!

AMIGA Montessori’s participation in Clean Up Australia Day 2025 is a wonderful way to teach children about caring for the environment and making a positive impact on their community.

🌟 Learning Through Puppets! 🧸🎭

Meet our friendly puppet friends who help little learners understand classroom routines and good manners in a fun and engaging way! 🤩 From saying "Good morning!" to following daily schedules, our puppets show children how to listen, take turns, and speak kindly to their friends. Through playful stories and interactive role-play, we make learning social skills easy and exciting!

This month our educators at AMIGA Burwood have been focusing on creating a sense of security and belonging in our rooms for our children as they transitioned to their new learning environments. Educators and children used natural materials from our community to create family trees for children’s photos. A strong sense of belonging in their environment supports children to engage more fully in our programs.

Matching shapes to their outline with our Nest room. This Montessori activity provides key benefits such as cognitive development, fine motor skills and problem solving skills. It also promotes early understanding of shape recognition and spatial awareness.

🎉 What a blast at the Tribecca Village Street Party! 🎉 Huge thanks to Love Sick Bar for hosting such an incredible event, and to everyone who stopped by to check out Amiga Saltwater’s special promotions! 🌊 We had an amazing time meeting new faces and sharing our exciting new enrolment offers! 💙 Our team was there to chat, answer questions, and offer exclusive deals. If you missed us, don’t worry — it’s not too late to take advantage of our amazing offers. DM us for more info or visit us online!

Our young explorers embarked on an exciting nature walk as part of our Bush Kinder program at AMIGA Montessori Saltwater Coast. The children delighted in wandering through the vibrant bush, where every step revealed a new discovery—from uniquely textured leaves to smooth, weathered stones. This outdoor adventure not only provided a fun-filled escape into nature but also offered valuable lessons in observation and environmental stewardship, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Here at AMIGA Montessori we thrive off our staff meetings, where we come together to share our knowledge and ideas. We plan for our future tasks to work towards our centre goals as a team.

Chinese New Year Celebrations at Amiga Montessori Tarneit

At Amiga Montessori Tarneit, we welcomed the Year of the Snake with exciting hands-on activities, cultural discussions, and a delicious festive meal.

Children learned to say “Gong Xi Fa Cai” ( Good Fortune Be With You) and explored the festival through art and practical experiences. Younger children made playdough and paper snakes, while Cycle One students practiced scissor skills to create lanterns, dragons, and snakes. Some painted their own snakes outdoors, showcasing their creativity.

To enhance their fine motor skills, children practiced using chopsticks to pick up noodles, and teachers introduced them to Lunar New Year traditions across different countries. We ended the celebration with a delicious meal of stir-fry wok noodles, bringing the cultural experience full circle.

This joyful celebration not only encouraged creativity but also deepened the children’s appreciation for diverse traditions. Gong Xi Fa Cai! Wishing everyone a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year!