Blended Format May 6, 2027- August 1, 2028
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Become an AMI Certified Montessori Primary Teacher
Nurture Young Learners. support independence. spark discovery.
The AMI Montessori 3–6 Diploma at the Foundation for Montessori Education (FME) is a world-recognized Montessori teacher education program designed to prepare adults to guide children from 3 to 6 years of age through one of the most formative stages of life. Rooted in the scientific observations and principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, this program offers a rich blend of theory, hands-on practice, and guided teaching experience.
Graduates receive the AMI Montessori 3 – 6 Diploma, internationally regarded as the most rigorous and authentic Montessori qualification available.
Overview
Applying to the AMI Montessori 3-6 Diploma Program at the Foundation for Montessori Education is just your first step in acquiring an internationally recognized AMI diploma. Attaining the diploma will open up a world of opportunity and give you access to a global community of likeminded people who want to make a difference in the lives of children.
Take the next step in your Montessori journey with the blended AMI 3-6 Montessori Diploma Program offered at FME. This unique program blends the flexibility of online learning with in-person training that allows you to gain hands-on experience with the Montessori materials.
By completing this program, you will earn your AMI Diploma, the only Montessori credential bearing Dr. Maria Montessori’s signature. Our training centre was opened by Renilde Montessori, carrying forward a rich legacy of excellence in Montessori education.
Information Sessions
Join us for an Information Session and learn about:
- Course content and learning outcomes
- The blended online and in-person schedule
- How to join a global community of Montessori educators
- Opportunities to shape the future of children through authentic Montessori practice
Whether you are beginning your Montessori journey or seeking to advance your career, this session is the perfect way to discover how the AMI Primary Diploma can transform your teaching and impact generations of children.
Reserve your spot today and be part of a legacy that continues to inspire educators worldwide.
Prerequisites
- Education Prerequisite: A Bachelor’s Degree, or a College Diploma, or a Career College Diploma, with a minimum of two years’ work experience.
- English Language Proficiency: This program is conducted at a university-level of English. Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency by providing proof of completion of post-secondary courses in which the language of instruction was English, or an IELTS Academic (or equivalent) score of 6 with no band below 5.5
- Degree or Diploma Obtained Outside of Canada: Those who hold a degree from a university outside of Canada must have their degree assessed by an academic credential evaluation service, or a recognized Canadian University and submit the assessment along with their application. The World Education Services provides credential assessment on a document-by-document basis.
- World Education Services
Program Requirements
The AMI Montessori 3 – 6 Diploma is granted upon satisfactory completion of the course requirements including:
- attendance at lectures and supervised practice
- fulfilling observation and practicum requirements
- submitting written assignments
- creating reference albums and resource manuals
- material making assignments
- attaining passing grades on written examinations
- attaining passing grades in oral examinations conducted by examiners of the AMI
Schedule
May 6, 2027 – August 1, 2028
Online Sessions 2027-2028 will be held on Thursday evenings from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET.
Plan for an additional 12-15 hours per week of self-scheduled work and independent study during both the online and onsite weeks.
In-Person Sessions will be held 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at Phoenix Montessori School, 2 Station Road in Etobicoke, ON.
- July 5 – July 30, 2027
- October 18 – 29, 2027
- March 6 – 18, 2028
- July 10 – August 1, 2028
Written Exams: May 30 & June 1, 2028
Oral Exams: July 29 – 31, 2028 pending AMI confirmation of examiners. Graduation on August 1, 2028.
Observation and Practice Teaching: Eight weeks of combined observation and practice teaching to be completed during the academic year.
Access to a 3 – 6 prepared environment during the distance modules is recommended to allow for practice with the materials. The Training Centre will be open from time to time for this purpose for those who are in the area.
Tuition Fees 2027-2028
The tuition fee for the 2027 – 2028 program is $12,650 CDN payable as follows:
| Application Fee | $200 |
| Deposit due upon receipt of a letter of acceptance | $500 |
| Post-dated cheques are required monthly as follows: | |
| May 1, 2026 – May 1, 2027: | $870 |
| June 1, 2027: | $840 |
| July 1, 2027: | $500 examination fee |
| Compulsory Fees: | |
| AMI Membership due May 15 each year | $100 |
Approximately $500.00 CAD should be budgeted for albums, books and materials.
FME reserves the right to cancel the course if the minimum enrollment is not met.
Reading List
The following books can be purchased through FME or at select bookstores.
required reading
recommended reading
- The Absorbent Mind
- The Advanced Montessori Method Vol. 1
- Citizen of the World: Key Montessori Writings
- The Discovery of the Child
- Education and Peace
- The Formation of Man
- The Secret of Childhood
- The 1946 London Lectures
All of the above titles written by Dr. Maria Montessori
- Education for Human Development
- by Mario M. Montessori Jr.
- Understanding the Human Being
- by Dr. Silvana Quattrocchi Montanaro
Next Steps
- Review the application checklist to determine the documents you need to prepare.
- Prepare and convert the required documents into a pdf format, ensuring they are ready for digital upload.
Please contact us fme@montessori-ami.ca should you have any questions about the application process.