Washington Montessori Institute

Washington Montessori Institute, established in 1962, is the first and oldest American Montessori International (AMI) training center in the United States. The institute is based on the Montessori method, an educational approach developed by Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori, which emphasizes self-directed learning, hands-on activity, and collaborative play. Washington Montessori Institute offers a comprehensive course of study for adults, including diploma courses such as AMI trained Montessori teacher diploma courses, with programs like 0-3 and 6-12 training. The school's unique characteristics include being the first and oldest AMI training center in the US, and its commitment to preparing students to lead a community of children in all aspects of development through the Montessori approach.