Australia
Montessorians and medical professionals working together in Australia to include more children!
MMPI-Australia
Resources, information, & events to keep you up-to-date with Montessori inclusion in Australia.
Meet MMPI's Australia Delegate: Lucette van Someran Boyd
You can reach Lucette at (OzMontessoriTherapy@gmail.com)
Lucette brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise and skills to share with you. She is an RN, a certified Montessori teacher, a Monterssori school owner and a member of the first cohort to graduate from the Montessori Therapy training course, held in Munich, Germany. As the only trained Montessori Therapist in Australia, she is looking forward to sharing her knowledge and working towards making Montessori Therapy training more accessible to Montessorians around the world.
In the News for Australia
Montessori Australia - The Official Body for Montessori in Australia Becomes an MMPI Associate Organization
MA and MMPI have formalized an Associate relationship to increase international collaboration and cooperation. MA provides information about the principles of Montessori education and how it supports children’s natural development, fosters independence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
The MA website offers a wealth of information for educators, parents, and institutions in delivering authentic Montessori education. Schools directory, training opportunities, jobs listing and more!
Important Research from Australia and a Call for Input from AU Parents of Children with PANDAS/PANS
News About an Emerging Treatment for PANDAS/PANS
Are you the parent of a child with PANS or PANDAS?
Macquarie University researchers, led by PhD candidate Samantha Cuming and Professor Maria Kangas, are studying the unique support needs of parents raising children with PANS/PANDAS—compared to parents of neurotypical kids. Your input could directly improve future programs for PANDAS/PANS families.
The anonymous online survey takes 20–30 minutes and is open to Australian parents (18+) of children aged 4–18 with PANS/PANDAS symptoms for at least 12 months. A shorter version is available for parents without diagnosed children.
Bonus: Complete the survey for a chance to win one of five $50 e-gift vouchers. Some PANS/PANDAS parents may also be invited for a paid 60–90-minute interview in early 2026 ($75 voucher).
Sydney Hills Montessori Recognized for Inclusion Work
Sydney Hills Local Business Awards, Disability Inclusion Award Category winner is the Hills Montessori Preschool.
Montessori Inclusion Resources for Australia
Learn more about inclusion, network with inclusion colleagues, and develop your skills to support more Inclusive Montessori Education in Australia
Associate Organization: Motessori Australia (MA)
Inclusion Resources
Training & Networking
Montessori Inclusion Blog- Philippa Alford
Thoughts, stories and resource ideas related to the topic of inclusion from Philippa Alford.
Montessori Therapy Blog- Lucette van Someren Boyd
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