Introduction
Melbourne Montessori College (MMC) is an independent, co-educational school offering a seamless learning journey from 18 months to 19 years of age. With campuses in Caulfield and Brighton East, MMC nurtures learners from the earliest years through to Year 12 and prepares them for life beyond the classroom.
Rooted in the globally respected Montessori philosophy, MMC empowers students to take ownership of their learning in environments carefully designed to promote independence, collaboration and purposeful engagement. As Maria Montessori envisioned, ours is a school without rigid year levels or rivalries. It is a place where students solve real-world problems, work independently, and think critically and compassionately.
This approach comes to life in our Senior School in Brighton East, where Montessori philosophy is thoughtfully integrated with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Small by design, our Senior School fosters a close-knit, supportive community that is responsive, adaptive and student-centred.
MMC is proud to provide an environment where adolescents feel known, supported and inspired. It is a place where they belong, and where they are empowered to imagine and build a better world with their own two hands.
Melbourne Montessori College offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for students in Years 11 and 12. As one of Victoria’s newer IB World Schools, we bring a fresh and student-centred perspective to this globally respected qualification.
Our IB programme is delivered through the lens of Montessori principles, placing equal emphasis on academic rigour and personal growth. Students enjoy:
- A remarkable 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for tailored academic guidance and mentoring
- One-on-one support from teachers who know their students deeply
- Agency and autonomy in their learning, with flexibility to explore their interests and passions
- A supportive cohort environment, where collaboration is prioritised over competition
- A strong foundation for success in university and life beyond school
Our IB educators bring real-world experience and academic expertise, including active contributions to IB curriculum development and examination processes. At MMC, students don’t just learn to succeed academically. They develop the confidence, compassion and capability to make a meaningful impact in the world.
