Information for Prospective Families
Allowing the individual to be themselves
A day in the life of an Auckland Montessori College student
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Arrival
Campuses open from 8.00am and students may arrive at an individual negotiated time that suits them.
The campus is close to public transport hubs allowing students to travel independently to school. Others are dropped off by family, or if permitted, drive themselves.
Students sign-in and greet other students and guides.
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Learning
Students set up and get started on their learning goals using their agreed schedule to guide their day. The fortnightly learning schedule is developed alongside teachers and is tailored to each student.
Learning is centred around individual learning, rather than structured classroom lessons.
Students support each other and participate in lively discussions.
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School life
Students utilise the various environments at each campus that best suits their needs on each day.
Kitchens are provided and students can bring their lunch, cook using communal supplies, or purchase lunch.
Students venture out into the community for exercise and activities - with or without teachers (pending agreements with caregivers).
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End of day
Campus closes at 5pm and students can stay as long as they wish for the day.
Each student tidies up their workspace, returns materials to the right place, and says goodbye to each teacher on site.
Sign out for the day and head home.
Are you new to Montessori?
Montessori for teens and pre-teens (11-18) respects teens' developmental needs for independence and social connection. Learning is hands-on, project-based, and interdisciplinary, often involving real-world work. Teachers guide self-directed learning in multi-age groups, fostering responsibility, critical thinking, and preparation for adulthood.
At Auckland Montessori College, we’re all in this together for your child.
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… creating a personalised learning journey for each student, while also helping them grow emotionally, socially, and physically.
… education as a shared responsibility for each individual, each other, and the environments.
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… with parents and give them all the tools they need to support their child’s learning. We believe that education is a shared responsibility, and we’re committed to making sure that all our students have the best chance to succeed.
We include parents and provide comprehensive reflection and evaluations to create a supportive educational environment for all students in all learning environments.
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… friends, parents, supporters, and our students.
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… a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued and supported. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we’re dedicated to helping them achieve their goals.
We’re all about creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued and supported. We believe that every student deserves the chance to thrive, and we’re committed to helping them reach their goals.
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… every step of the way. At Auckland Montessori College, we believe that every student deserves a personalised learning journey that nurtures their emotional, social, and physical development.
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making a positive impact on our community. We’re proud to say that our students have achieved great things, including reaching Level 1, 2, and 3 NCEA up to excellence. They’re also engaged in deep, critical thinking and are committed to making a difference in the world.
…supporting students who are well-attended and have high sociability scores
…. developing Integrated learners who thrive in diverse learning environments