✨ Professional Learning in Action ✨
Today was the second day of Amy Kirkham’s visit from the Sydney Montessori Training Centre, and our team has greatly valued the opportunity to learn from such an experienced Montessori trainer and mentor.
Through classroom observations, discussions, and practical guidance, Amy supported our educators in refining their observation skills and recognising those important moments when a child is ready for the next step in their learning journey. In Montessori education, observation is a powerful tool that helps us identify each child’s interests, readiness, and potential for growth.
Professional learning opportunities like this strengthen our practice, build educator capacity, and ensure we continue providing the highest quality Montessori education for the children in our care.
As a Montessori Australia registered service and an approved AMI practicum site, we are proud to work alongside the Sydney Montessori Training Centre in supporting both educator development and authentic Montessori practice.
Thank you, Amy, for sharing your knowledge, expertise, and inspiration with our team.
Bilingual Montessori Early Learning
Authentic Montessori Registered, Bilingual Childcare in Box Hill & Heathmont VIC Eligible families may also be able to claim Commonwealth child care subsidy.
Heathmont Kindergarten continues to be committed to providing families a funded three and four year old kindergarten program. From 2023, we will offer an integrated, Montessori long day kindergarten program. Our Montessori long day Kindergarten program will be government-subsidised and delivered by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher. While we will no longer offer a sessional kindergarten program
What does an afternoon at BMEL look like?
Sunshine.
Fresh air.
Dirt on little hands.
And the beauty of nature.
At BMEL, the classroom is not the only place where learning happens.
Every day, children spend time outdoors —
chasing, laughing, exploring,
and discovering the world around them together.
We believe a consistent daily rhythm helps children feel secure, settled, and confident in their environment.
Childhood is a time to explore,
to wonder,
and to simply be a child 🤍
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25/05/2026
BMEL’s little helpers 💪🏻
Every day, we see children naturally picking up small watering cans,
walking slowly over to the plants, and carefully watering them 🌱
Some children gently touch the leaves,
some carefully observe whether the plants look different today,
and some even remember:
“This one was watered yesterday.”
When children are trusted and given genuine opportunities to care for their environment,
they often become far more thoughtful and capable than we imagine 🤍
At BMEL, we hope children can gradually learn to care for themselves, care for their environment, and show kindness to the people around them.
These gentle little moments
are often quietly brought home by the children too 🌱
17/05/2026
How do we say goodbye in the morning?
For many families,
Saying goodbye is the hardest part in the morning.
Sometimes we find ourselves lingering a little longer,
holding on for one more hug,
or turning back to check if everything is okay.
These feelings are completely natural 🤍
At BMEL,
we make sure each child is warmly received and supported as they arrive,
so families can feel more at ease as they head off 🌱
At the same time,
we gently support children through this transition.
Often, we notice when a goodbye is calm and steady,
children begin to settle more easily.
A simple “I’ll see you this afternoon”,
a clear hug and goodbye,
and giving children a little space to adjust these small moments can help them ease into their day 🤍
Every child needs a little time to settle,
and we are here with them,
supporting them through this process 🌱
17/05/2026
With Sydney Montessori Training Centre – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉
15/05/2026
We are honoured to partner with Sydney Montessori Training Centre as a placement environment for students undertaking the AMI 3–6 Diploma.
As part of the AMI training pathway, student teachers complete practical placements within authentic Montessori environments under the guidance of AMI-qualified mentors and leadership teams. This ensures future Montessori educators are supported through observation, practice, reflection, and professional mentorship grounded in the principles of AMI Montessori education.
We are privileged to contribute to this important work and to support the development of future Montessori professionals.
This week, Amy Kirkham, Director of Training at Sydney Montessori Training Centre, visited our environment as part of her supervision of current AMI Diploma students. Amy has trained and mentored many Montessori educators over the years, including members of our own leadership and teaching team.
Pictured with Amy are Ying Ying, our Centre Manager, and Serena, our Early Childhood Teacher, both AMI-trained educators.
We thank Amy and the Sydney Montessori Training Centre for their continued leadership and commitment to maintaining high standards in Montessori teacher education.
Happy Mother’s & Special Person’s Day 🤍
We’re so happy to celebrate this lovely day with our families at BMEL.
Thank you to all the mothers, families, and special people who joined us for the celebration. We hope you enjoyed these beautiful moments with your children as much as we did.
Wishing all our families a lovely and meaningful Mother’s Day weekend 🤍
Discover Authentic Montessori Education in Melbourne🤍
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A moment from today — wood polishing 🤍
You can see her focus and the care in every movement.
This kind of focus in their work happens every day at BMEL 🤍
Happy 100th Birthday, Heathmont Station! 🚂✨
We were so happy to be part of the celebration hosted by the Heathmont History Group.
It was such a lovely opportunity for the children to be part of the local community and experience a little bit of the history around them 🤍
Thank you to Gerry for sharing such interesting train stories. We also sang songs together and spent time drawing trains — it was a simple but meaningful experience that the children really enjoyed.
We were also happy to see special guests, Members of Parliament — Nick McGowan, Will Fowles, and Matt Gregg — join the celebration, making the moment even more special.
A big thank you to all the parents who joined us as volunteers today — we were so happy to see so many of you there. Your support really helped the excursion run smoothly.
We’d also like to thank our educators for their care and support throughout the day.
Experiences like this help children connect with their community and learn through real-life experiences 🤍
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151-153 Middleborough Rd, Box Hill South & 41 Viviani Crescent
Melbourne, VIC
Opening Hours
| Monday | 7am - 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7am - 6:30pm |