Cosmic Education for the Elementary Child (6–12 years)

Welcome to the First Children training centre in Cape Town, South Africa. We are proud to offer a fully certified AMI Diploma Course for educators working with children aged 6 to 12. Rooted in Maria Montessori’s cosmic vision and adapted for our local context, this course offers a rich, holistic path to becoming an AMI Montessori Elementary Guide.

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Overview

This intensive diploma course offers a comprehensive foundation in Montessori theory and practice for the second plane of development. Through stories, experiments, and carefully prepared environments, we learn to support the growing reasoning mind, moral awareness, and thirst for knowledge that define the elementary years.

You’ll engage with key Montessori subjects: Language, Mathematics, Geometry, Biology, History, Geography, Music, and Art—all presented as part of an integrated vision of education. Alongside your academic studies, you will develop hands-on experience with the Montessori materials in a model environment.

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Course Structure and Dates

The course includes 750 hours of onsite training, supplemented by independent work and practical experience. It is delivered in four onsite modules across two years:

• Module 1: 27 April – 5 June 2026

• Module 2: 5 October – 13 November 2026

• Module 3: 1 February – 12 March 2027

• Module 4: 23 August – 1 October 2027

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In addition, students will complete:

• 99 hours of observation (including 9 hours in a 3–6 environment)

• 120 hours of supervised practice teaching

• Material making, theory assignments, and personal reference albums

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Location

All onsite sessions will take place in the Cape Town region. The exact training venue will be confirmed prior to the start of the course.

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Director of Training

The course is led by Allan Nguyen, AMI-certified 6–12 Trainer, with international experience and a strong commitment to supporting diverse communities.

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Qualification

Upon successful completion of all components, students receive the AMI Montessori Elementary Diploma (6–12). This diploma is internationally recognised by the Association Montessori Internationale and affirms the authenticity and depth of the training.

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Course Fees

• Application Fee: R 500.00 (non-refundable)

• Tuition Fee: R 90,000.00 (R 45,000 per year; instalments available)
  Students should also plan approximately R 8,000 for course supplies and material-making costs.

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Who Should Apply

This course is ideal for:

• Educators looking to deepen their practice

• Newcomers passionate about Montessori’s humanistic vision

• People committed to expanding access to high-quality education in Southern Africa

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Application Process

The process begins with your expression of interest. From there, we guide you step-by-step—from submitting documents, to an interview, and final registration.