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Amazing training course, very inspiring. The only flaw is the difference in treatment among students by part of the staff, which is quite unexpected coming from such a pure and inspiring Montessori environment. Despite this I’d do it all over again.

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The course is a life changer. From impressive Montessori presentations (lessons) in the classroom to actual life-long lessons that I can never imagine I’d bring it with me as a person. Of course, Bergamo is special - the people, the place, the food, etc. My experience was truly amazing! Thanks to the best classmates and trainers!

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Inspiration, joy and fulfilment. Being stretched to the limits. Realising my own potential for the first time. The words of wisdom I heard 38 years ago still reverberating in my ears. So fortunate to have been there, to have absorbed a small part of the great wisdom shared. The experience of a lifetime. Not to be missed! 

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Inspiration, joy and fulfilment. Being stretched to the limits. Realising my own potential for the first time. The words of wisdom I heard 38 years ago still reverberating in my ears. So fortunate to have been there, to have absorbed a small part of the great wisdom shared. The experience of a lifetime. Not to be missed! 

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Micaela Kuh '84-'85

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There are many Montessori courses around, and sometimes it can be difficult to choose between so many options.

The training in Bergamo is different as you don't just study in a Montessori training center, but you gain access to a mini-Montessori museum. You will learn about the history of the Montessori materials, the details that make them successful and you will find answers for so many "Why?" questions that a student might have at the beginning of the Montessori career.

You will be schoolled not by just a trainer, but by professionals that dedicated their life to this task: to share the authentic Montessori philosophy.

It's a hardcore course and it's definitely not the best choice if you are looking for just getting a diploma. There are many other training programs that can help you just with that.

This course will give you a very solid understanding of the Montessori methodology and will allow you to gain independence and confidence once you're in the classroom.

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Where do I start, was my first thought. There are so many wonderful memories to mention.
I was toying with the idea of training when God sent a gentleman from Italy. Meeting him helped me make my decision. Yes, it has to be Bergamo.
Leaving my husband and two children was very tearful,but the fantastic friends I met at the institute and at the convent I stayed in, made it easy for me.
The classes by Mr. Grazzini and Ms. Baiba were wonderful. The other staff who came in for lectures also did their role well.
Make sure you do your lessons daily.
I can't tell you how much I have learnt. I always have considered Bergamo as my second home.
I would definitely recommend anyone wanting to do the elementary training, to go the Bergamo. They are the BEST.
Geetha Vijayachandran
India

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The richest, deepest, most inspiring preparation for life, for thought, for being with our children.  I would never change my decision to come here and I thank every previous student for their words of encouragement that I do.

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It was 50 years ago, Mario Montessori turned to Camilo Grazzini, smiled, returned his gaze to me and said, “So, you are a surfer, what is the deepest point in the oceans?” I wondered if this might be a trick question, but answered, “Well, there’s a deep trench that comes ashore in La Jolla, California, but there is none deeper than the Mariana Trench.” Mario smiled, he glanced at Camilo. Years later, at the beach in La Jolla (where I had learned to surf as a boy), where I had taken Renilde Montessori and Betty Stephenson on an excursion, Renilde explained, “This is where my father proposed to my mother all those years ago.” Betty had smiled, “Thank you, Jim, for bringing us to the beach, but I’m not going surfing with you, I have a presentation to make…get me back to the conference!”
Our Bergamo ‘Montessori’ training prepared Frances and I for a lifetime of discovery with children, and with their families and with everyone in our greater community. ‘Montessori’ has enhanced every aspect of our lives, as individuals, as a couple, as parents, and as grandparents.

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It was an excellent experience for me. Not only did I thoroughly learn about the Montessori pedagogy and philosophy, I meant many amazing and interesting classmates/friends from various parts of the world. After my training, I had the wonderful opportunity to teach in Canada (my home country - private school), USA (non-profit private school), and New Zealand (integrated within the public system). Class of 1989-1990.

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Transformational, both because it exemplified cosmic education, doing it in a different culture, with an international cohort. It also requires a great deal of resilience to meet the demands which have served me for many years since. Class of 1985-1986

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Life-changing, rich experience all around. Class of 1977-78. I always say Montessori training filled in a lot of gaps in my own educational experience. And it helped me think in 3 dimensions!

Training in another culture with many other cultures is a priceless education in itself.

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Choosing Montessori has changed me as a person and as a teacher! Bergamo is simply a beautiful city to spend a year in. I would definitely encourage everybody to come here if you want to get your 6-12 AMI diploma :)

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Doing the Bergamo training was hard work. You need focus for the full 10 months. The training days are long, your head will be full and there will be days when you are not sure you will be able to do it all. But you can! Just do the work, every day. You will be submerged into the wonderful world of true Montessori education. You will see the world with new eyes; it's an education for life, also for you. And if you are on top of things, you will have time to enjoy the beautiful city, to spent time with your classmates from around the world, to go for a run or to just sit and enjoy your amazing adventure. No doubts. If you have the opportunity, do it.

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This course has been one of the most challenging and even more rewarding experiences of my life. To learn the Montessori method from a passionate educator, with the most supportive classmates, and in a beautiful city - it is unlike anything else. I am so thankful for this experience!

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The training in Bergamo is such a beautiful course. Even though it may be challenging for non native English speakers, don't you worry as you will be surrounded by lovely people from different countries! Amazing classmates and friends make this year so special and so valuable. Because of this course, my appreciation of the world is opened up to another level!

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The best Montessori course of the planet.

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I was so impressed by the richness of this training. From passionate lectures on Montessori theory to hands-on experience with materials that date back to Mario Montessori, this was a deep dive into Montessori elementary. I could not be more grateful!

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I have never had an educational experience as rich and wonderful as this one. It’s given me new perspectives on life!

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I can’t even find the right words to describe how grateful I am for this course.
Best choice of my life!!