Thank You to Our Montessori Families At Hoppers Crossing Montessori Minds, the relationships we build with families are at the heart of everything we do. Over the past year, so many of you have taken the time to share kind words, thoughtful feedback and honest reflections about your family’s experience with us — whether in a quick conversation at pick-up,…
Santa’s visit is truly one of the most awaited moments of the year. The children’s faces lit up with pure joy at the mere appearance of Santa, and the excitement grew even more when they received a special gift and captured a cherished photo with him. At Hoppers, we take great pride in creating magical moments, and seeing the children…
At Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre, our educators, leaders, and team members bring passion, dedication, and heart to everything they do. In this special feature, we share the voices of our staff — from the Centre Director to educators and even our in-house chef — as they reflect on what makes our Centre unique, welcoming, and inspiring for both children and…
As part of our “Parent Voices” series, we sat down with Nazma, a mum of two, to hear about her family’s journey to Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre. After an unsatisfying experience at another childcare, she wanted something more nurturing and long-term for her daughter Lorena and son Leandro. What she found at Montessori was a caring community where her children…
As part of our “Parent Voices” series, we spoke with Hayley, a proud mum of two, about her family’s Montessori journey. From first discovering the Centre on a Sunday stroll to watching both children thrive in three- and four-year-old kindergarten, Hayley shares how Hoppers Crossing Montessori has become not just a school, but an extension of her family. Every family…
As part of our “Parent Voices” series, we sat down with Chhavi, a parent of two children, to hear about her family’s Montessori journey. From their first enrolment in 2020 to watching both children grow into confident, independent learners, Chhavi reflects on the supportive, nurturing experience her family has had at Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre. Every family’s choice of early…
Today, on Educators Day, we pause to honour the heart and soul of our learning community here at HCMC our educators and teachers. Your dedication, patience, and passion have helped shape not only young minds, but also the future of our world. Each day, you go above and beyond nurturing curiosity, inspiring creativity, and guiding each child with care and…
Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Woolworths to our Centre for an engaging and educational Healthy Eating Incursion. The children were absolutely thrilled to see the vibrant and delicious platters filled with a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. The session focused on the importance of healthy eating and encouraged the children to explore the benefits of incorporating different…
On Tuesday, 19th August, and Thursday, 21st August, our four-year-old Kinder Cohort embarked on an unforgettable adventure to the Werribee Open Range Zoo, where curiosity and wonder came alive. The excursion was filled with opportunities for exploration as the children discovered fascinating animals and their habitats from across the globe. The day began with habitat discovery activities, where the children…
As part of our “Parent Voices” series, we sat down with Josephine, a working mother of two, to hear about her experience choosing Hoppers Crossing Montessori for her daughter. From the initial search for a childcare centre to witnessing her daughter’s educational growth, Josephine shares a heartfelt and honest reflection on the journey. Every parent’s childcare journey is deeply personal…
As part of our ongoing commitment to holistic development through the Montessori philosophy, which nurtures independence and self-care, we were delighted to host a special Dental Health Incursion at our Centre on Friday the 1st of August. This event supported our aim of helping children take ownership of their health and wellbeing in a meaningful and engaging way. We had…