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Meet Karan Jones, our school librarian who joined MMC in Term 3, 2024. Karan brings a deep love of books and an impressive background that includes more than 20 years in public and university libraries,...

Ned Smithfield has been bringing energy, positivity and a love of the outdoors to the Brighton Campus since 2017. With teaching experience across Australia, the US and Africa, Ned brings a global perspective to his...

Melbourne Montessori College Foundation is proud to launch the inaugural Impact of Giving Report 2024 .  This milestone publication celebrates the generosity, vision and commitment of our community. “This report isn’t just about numbers. It’s...

We’re 5-star School! Earlier this year, the search began to name Australia’s Best 5-Star Schools – the schools that are setting high standards in teaching and innovation, supporting student wellbeing, and fostering diversity and adaptability...

We spent five minutes with Kate Grierson, one of our passionate Cycle 2 teachers and a lifelong Montessorian. From treasured memories of a Rottnest Island school camp to the thrill of students’ ‘aha’ moments, Kate’s...

Daniel makes Influential Educators list in 2024 and 2025 Daniel has done it again! The Melbourne Montessori College Principal has made the Australia’s ‘Most Influential Educators’ list again in 2025 after first making the list...

Meet Casper Buisman, our IB Coordinator, who brings a calm, thoughtful presence to the MMC Senior School. With experience teaching in both Australia and the Netherlands, Casper enjoys working alongside students as they navigate the...

Meet Janelle Joy, our passionate Cycle 4 Advisor and Maths and Textiles Teacher for Cycles 4 and 5. Now in her second year at MMC, Janelle brings a mix of creativity, empathy and enthusiasm to...

As part of the Early Learners Program at MMC, children are introduced to learning experiences grounded in their everyday world — objects they see, touch and interact with daily. In a recent session, a set of chairs...

Learn a little more about Cycle 2 teacher and leader, Laura Luscombe and discover some interesting things about Laura that you might not yet know… Full Name: Laura Luscombe Position: Cycle 2 teacher and Cycle...

Melbourne Montessori College has won national recognition once more – this time we’ve been named one of Australia’s most ‘innovative schools’ of 2024. Each year, The Educator’s 5-Star Innovative Schools awards recognise a handful of...

When she’s not welcoming students and families at MMC, Madison brings her positivity and passion for community to her role as Receptionist/Admin at the Brighton Campus. Full Name:Madison Beryl Crisp Position:  Receptionist/Admin at Brighton Campus How...

When she isn’t teaching Art and English, Laura Bonne might be found samba dancing, painting and drawing, or enjoying a coffee with friends and family. Full Name: Laura Bonne Position:  Cycle 4 Advisor, Art and...

A Chess Victoria Zonal Interschool tournament was held on Tuesday, 18 June and MMC ranked 5th amongst the 14 schools that took part, based on the top four students from each school. A total of around...

Greg Downer has been an integral part of Melbourne Montessori College since 2006, starting as a parent and transitioning into his current role as a Cycle 2 Assistant. With an interesting background in print media...

Melbourne Montessori College Principal, Daniel Thomas, has been named as one of Australia’s ‘Most Influential Educators’ for 2024. The Most Influential Educator list is compiled by the country’s leading educational publication, The Educator, and recognises...

Lynda Court’s four children were part of MMC during the 1980s – now her grandchildren are following in those footsteps. When Lynda Court was considering which school would be best for her children, she visited...

We are thrilled to let you know that Melbourne Montessori College has been shortlisted for the Primary School of the Year – Non-government award at this year’s Australian Education Awards. Each year, the award recognises...

Primary school teacher, Lisa Stern, is very clear about her mission each day at Melbourne Montessori College. “I want to make sure children can find where they fit in so they can be independent, be...

Deb McGee, MMC’s School Nurse, brings over 30 years of nursing experience. Now in her second year at MMC, Deb finds joy in the warm environment, especially interacting with students. Read on to discover more…...