About Montossorian
Discover our journey, philosophy, and commitment to excellence in Montessorian education.
Who Was Maria Montessori?
The name Montossorian honors Dr. Maria Montessori, a visionary educator whose legacy continues to inspire schools around the world.
Dr. Maria Montessori was the first woman in Italy to become a physician. Her work with children led her to develop an educational method that respects the natural development of the child and promotes independence, freedom within limits, and hands-on learning.
In 1907, she opened her first classroom, the *Casa dei Bambini*, in Rome. Her methods spread rapidly across the world, forming the foundation of thousands of Montessori schools.
At Montossorian School, we proudly carry forward her philosophy—creating nurturing environments where children grow into curious, confident, and compassionate individuals.
Our Journey
A timeline of growth, achievement, and dedication to educational excellence.
Foundation
Montossorian School was founded with a vision to bring authentic Montessorian education to Ethiopia.
First Graduation
Our first class of students graduated, demonstrating exceptional academic and social development.
Campus Expansion
Expanded our facilities to include specialized learning environments and outdoor spaces.
International Recognition
Received accreditation from the International Montessorian Association.
Digital Integration
Successfully integrated modern technology while maintaining Montessorian principles.
Excellence Award
Recognized as the leading Montessorian institution in East Africa.
Montessorian Philosophy
The Montessorian method is based on scientific observations of children from birth to adulthood. Dr. Maria Montessorian discovered that experiential learning in this type of classroom led to a deeper understanding of language, mathematics, science, music, social interactions and much more. Most traditional educational approaches are teacher-centered with the adult "filling" the child with information. Montessorian education is child-centered, with the adult "following" the child.
Our Core Values
Respect
We respect each child as a unique individual with their own learning style and pace.
Independence
We foster self-reliance and confidence through carefully prepared environments.
Community
We build strong partnerships between children, families, and educators.
Excellence
We strive for the highest standards in education and character development.
Innovation
We embrace new ideas while honoring traditional Montessorian principles.
Compassion
We cultivate empathy, kindness, and understanding in all our interactions.
Meet Our Leadership
Dedicated professionals committed to your child's success.
Mr Yonas
Founder & Director
Ms. Abinet Mengesha
Founder & Director
Solomon Negash
Executive Director