TiPS – Theory into Practice Series
In 2026, we have two streams of TiPS: TiPS for Educators and TiPS for Leaders.
TiPS for Educators
TiPS for Educators is a skills based, development series facilitated by SMTC’s AMI trainers and trainers-in-training to support educators.
- Are you looking for some practical tips to help you in your day-to-day interactions with children?
- Would you like to consider how aspects of Montessori apply in a practical context such as in your school, classroom or in other interactions with children?
Come along to our 1-hour online sessions, with an additional 30-minute Q&A, for extra support on how you can turn Montessori theory into practice.
| DETAIL | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| When: | The first Monday of each month (February to November) |
| Time: | 7-8:30pm (1-hour presentation incorporating theory and practical strategies with a 30-minute Q&A). Timezone is Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra time which is AEDT or AEST depending on time of year. See further below. |
| Audience: | Anyone working with children from birth to 18 years of age. |
| Format: | Online, via Zoom (link sent following registration) |
| Cost: | $25 plus GST (if applicable) per session Discounts or packages: – an Unlimited All-Staff Access Package to all TiPS sessions in 2027 for school and centres for $500 plus GST. Add an extra $100 plus GST to including TiPS for Leaders -for individuals, all 10 educator sessions for 2025 for a 40% discount |
TiPS for Educators Schedule
| TOPIC | DATE | AGE-LEVEL | TRAINER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creating Trusting Connections with Families | 1 February | 3 -6 | Amy Kirkham |
| Let’s Explore Practical Life | 1 March | 0-3 | Julia Hilson |
| Moral Development: Community and Inclusion | 12 April | 12-18 | Laureen Barnard |
| The Art of the Montessori Presentation | 3 May | 3-6 | Kay Urquhart |
| The Role of Music in Montessori Second Plane Environments | 7 June | 6-12 | Rebecca Dallam |
| Supporting Language Development in Everyday Life | 5 July | 0-3 | Sara Brady |
| The Developing Social Child: The Montessori Approach | 2 August | 3-6 | Natasha Williams |
| Cultivating the Voice within: Creative Writing for the Diverse Montessori Classroom | 6 September | 6-12 | Suganthi Vijayakumar |
| Moral Development: Technology | 11 October | 12-18 | Emily Dowell |
| The Role of Music in 0–3 Environments | 1 November | 0-3 | Rebecca Bridge |
TiPS for Leaders
TiPS for Leaders is designed to support and inspire Montessori leaders, or aspiring leaders, facilitated by our SMTC leadership faculty running in a very similar way to our core program, TIPs for Educators.
In 2026, we are offering two TiPS for Leaders sessions, each priced at $25 + GST per person per session. These are entirely online and on Monday evenings at 7pm (Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra time).
These sessions are now open for booking—an excellent opportunity to engage in meaningful leadership development at an affordable cost.
| TOPIC | date | age-level | trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navigating Tricky Conversations | 25 May 2026 7pm-8.30pm (AEST) | All leaders and aspiring leaders | Nancy Coronado |
| Mentoring Staff on Limited Resources | 17 August 2026 7pm-8.30pm (AEST) | All leaders and aspiring leaders | Karen Bennetts |
Workshop Guidelines
Camera on
In keeping with the Montessori philosophy of mutual respect and global community building, we request you have your camera on during the session.
Timezone of sessions
The sessions are scheduled to commence at 7pm based on the Sydney/Melbourne/Canberra timezone which is:
- AEDT for the February, March, October, and November sessions
- AEST for the April, May, June, July, August and September sessions
Timezones can be checked here.