120 hours
Certificate Course
6 months
$170 USD / £140 GBP / ₹11,800 INR
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London College of Teachers (UK) · Early Years & Montessori
Montessori Teacher Training
Online Montessori teacher preparation offered from Certificate through Diploma, PG Diploma and extended Master-level pathways.
Study modeOnline / self-paced Focus agePrimarily 2 to 5 years Options5 course levels
Course Overview
Choose the level that matches your background and career goal.
Programme levels, fees, eligibility, duration, curriculum and assessment information are presented together to help you compare the available London College of Teachers (UK) pathways and choose the level that best matches your background and goals.
The Montessori pathway introduces the principles of child-centred learning and the educator's role in guiding children within a prepared learning environment. The three core levels progress from introductory teaching knowledge to more advanced planning and classroom application.
Extended Master-level options combine the PG Diploma in Montessori Teacher Training with additional professional courses in areas such as learning disability, phonetics, 21st-century teaching skills, classroom management and child psychology.
Fees & Duration
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Fees and course durations were last reviewed on 7 August 2026.
INR prices are shown as published and include GST where stated on the source course page. Fees and fast-track charges can change. Confirm the final payable amount and certification option with admissions before making payment.
Who is this for?Aspiring Montessori teachers, preschool educators, early-years practitioners, caregivers and educators who want a child-centred teaching pathway.
How to choose this pathway
Montessori training is best approached as preparation for a distinct educational method, not simply as a general preschool certificate with a different title. Learners should expect to understand the prepared environment, observation, independence, purposeful activity and the teacher’s role in guiding rather than constantly directing children.
If your goal is employment in a specific Montessori school, review that school’s preferred training background and age range before choosing a course level. Montessori expectations can differ between employers and countries.
What this training should help you do
- Describe major Montessori principles and how they shape classroom practice.
- Plan learning experiences that support independence, concentration and purposeful choice.
- Use observation to decide when and how to introduce activities.
- Connect classroom organisation with developmental needs in the early years.
- Explain the scope of your Montessori training accurately to schools and families.
Before you enrol
- Confirm the learner age range you want to work with.
- Check whether your preferred schools expect additional early-childhood or general teacher qualifications.
- Choose a level that gives enough depth for your intended responsibility, rather than selecting only on price or duration.
What you will study
- Montessori philosophy and child-centred learning
- Teaching approaches for young children
- Classroom practice and facilitation
- Lesson planning and activity design
- Child development and observation
- Advanced professional-development options at Master level
Assessment
- Multiple-choice questions are included within course modules.
- Upper-level courses can require projects, lesson plans or case studies.
- Tutors review advanced work and award grades based on performance.
How the online course works
- Submit the online application.
- A course representative explains the programme and enrolment process.
- Begin online study after payment and access activation.
- Complete the required modules and assessments.
- Receive the course certificate after successful completion.
Career pathways this training can support
Montessori teacherPreschool educatorEarly-years practitionerLearning facilitatorEarly-years classroom support
Course completion does not by itself guarantee eligibility for a regulated teaching post. Teacher registration, licensing, visa and employer requirements vary by country and role.
Common questions
How do I become a Montessori teacher?
The answer depends on your current qualifications, intended role and destination. Check the published course details together with the requirements of the employer or authority where you plan to use the training.
Which Montessori course level should I choose?
The answer depends on your current qualifications, intended role and destination. Check the published course details together with the requirements of the employer or authority where you plan to use the training.
What is the difference between Montessori and ECCE?
ECCE is a broad early-childhood field covering care, development and education. Montessori is a specific educational method with its own philosophy, environment and materials. Some educators study both.
Can Montessori training support an international teaching career?
The answer depends on your current qualifications, intended role and destination. Check the published course details together with the requirements of the employer or authority where you plan to use the training.
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