At Hoppers Crossing Montessori Minds Kindergarten and Childcare, we believe some of the most valuable learning experiences happen when children can explore, ask questions and learn through real-life experiences. Recently, our children enjoyed a special Dog Safety Excursion, giving them the opportunity to learn how to safely interact with dogs through songs, fun educational activities and hands-on experiences with a…
There are visits that leave a lasting impression — and this was certainly one of them. Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre was recently treated to a very special and heartwarming occasion when former student Ajay returned to the place where his own learning journey began, this time as a published author. Ajay’s visit was a powerful reminder of what is possible…
Some places never leave you — and for many of our families, Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre is exactly that kind of place. This year, we had the absolute joy of opening our doors once again to celebrate our Reunion 2026, welcoming back the children who have graduated from our service, along with their wonderful families. The energy in the room…
At Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre, we are deeply committed to embedding respectful and meaningful learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures into the fabric of everyday life at our centre. This year, our Aboriginal Project 2026 has been a truly enriching journey — for our children, our educators, and our whole community. Our children have engaged with Aboriginal culture…
There is something truly magical about watching children and their families come together to celebrate, and our Easter Parade 2026 was no exception! In the days leading up to our parade, the children worked alongside their parents to create their very own Easter hats. Little hands busily decorated, glued, and crafted with enormous pride — and the results were nothing…
This term, Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre welcomed something truly extraordinary into our space — the Henny Penny Hatching Program! And the wonder it sparked in our children was simply unforgettable. Over the course of the program, our children were given a rare and magical hands-on experience: watching real eggs hatch into fluffy, chirping baby chicks right before their eyes. This…
Our Lunar New Year incursion was a wonderful way to begin the year, and we were delighted to welcome Miss Phebe, who shared such a vibrant and meaningful cultural experience with our children. The children learned about the 12 animals of the zodiac calendar and were captivated by the story of how the Rat came first in the race, along…
On 5th March, our children, educators, and families came together to participate in Clean Up Australia Day, showing wonderful care and responsibility for our local environment. It was truly heartwarming to see the children so engaged and enthusiastic as they carefully collected pieces of paper and other small items around the area. Their excitement and dedication reminded us how powerful early learning experiences can…
We recently welcomed an engaging sustainability incursion focused on the importance of protecting our precious water resources. The session began with a powerful visual journey, showing how beautiful our planet Earth is — with its sparkling clean oceans, flowing rivers, and natural water sources. This immediately captured the children’s attention and curiosity. The children confidently shared their understanding of how we use…
Celebrations play an important role in building connections between children, families, and educators. At Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre, we value opportunities that allow children to experience and learn about the diverse cultures within our community in a respectful and inclusive way. On 4th March, our centre acknowledged Holi, often known as the Festival of Colours. The day provided a joyful and engaging opportunity for children and educators…
We are incredibly proud to share the wonderful achievement of one of our former children, Ajay, aged 7, who has recently written and published a book titled: “The Bear That Talked.” The inspiration behind this thoughtful story came from a simple observation. One day, he noticed two children walking together, but both were on their phones instead of having a conversation with each…