Modern Montessori International, or MMI, is best understood as an early years provider in Singapore rather than a full international school. It runs a network of Montessori preschool and childcare centres for young children and an academy that trains Montessori teachers. Families researching it should know up front that it does not teach the primary or secondary stages, so it is a starting point for the youngest children and a route into the Montessori method for educators, not a school a child stays at through to graduation.
Modern Montessori International at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Type | Montessori preschool and childcare network plus a teacher training institute |
| Approach | The Montessori method of early years education |
| Stages | Early years only, broadly toddler age to around six |
| Founded | Not published for the Singapore operation |
| Registration | Preschool centres operate under Singapore early childhood regulation; teacher diplomas certified by Modern Montessori International, London |
| Fee band | Early years fees, not directly comparable to international school bands |
| Campus area | Multiple centres across Singapore |
The Montessori approach
MMI follows the Montessori method, the child led approach developed by Maria Montessori, in which children choose from carefully prepared activities and learn at their own pace with teachers acting as guides rather than instructors. In the early years this means a focus on practical life skills, sensory materials, early language and early numeracy, all delivered in mixed age classrooms.
Because MMI is also a teacher training institute, it offers a diploma in the Montessori method, certified through Modern Montessori International in London, which trains educators who go on to work in Montessori settings. That dual role, running preschools and training teachers, is what distinguishes it from a standalone nursery. Parents weighing Montessori against other early years and primary options can see the wider city picture on the Singapore Montessori schools hub.
Planning the early years and beyond?
Our fee calculator and finder help you plan the full path, from a Montessori start to the primary and secondary school your child moves on to.
Modern Montessori International fees
Because MMI runs preschool and childcare programmes rather than a full school, its fees follow early years patterns and are not published as a single annual figure that maps onto international school bands. Fees vary by centre, by programme and by the number of days a child attends, so the right figure depends on the specific centre and place. Confirm the current schedule directly with the centre nearest you.
When you do move your child on to a primary or secondary international school, the costs change considerably. Our Singapore international school fees guide sets out the bands you can expect at that stage, and our fee calculator helps you plan the full cost of a place once your child reaches school age.
Admissions
Enrolment at a Montessori preschool is generally rolling, with children joining when a place comes up and when they reach the age the centre takes. There is no competitive entrance assessment at this stage, since the early years are about settling a young child rather than testing prior attainment.
Families usually choose a centre by location and by the days and hours that fit their routine, then arrange a visit. Because MMI operates several centres, availability differs from one to another, so it is worth contacting more than one centre if a particular location is full.
Location and who goes there
MMI operates multiple preschool centres across Singapore rather than a single campus, which means most families can find a centre within reach of home or work. The early years focus draws local and expatriate families alike who want a Montessori start for a toddler or preschooler, often as a first step before choosing a primary school.
To plan the move from an early years setting to a full school, and to compare curricula and fee tiers across the city, return to the Singapore city hub.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Modern Montessori International fees?
Modern Montessori International runs preschool and childcare programmes, so its fees follow early years rather than full international school bands and are not published as a single annual figure. Fees vary by centre and programme, so confirm the current schedule with the centre nearest you.
Is Modern Montessori International an international school?
No. Modern Montessori International is a Montessori preschool and childcare network and a teacher training institute for the early years, not a full primary or secondary international school. It serves young children and trains Montessori educators.
What ages does Modern Montessori International take?
Its preschool and childcare centres serve the early years, broadly from toddler age to around six, the point at which children move on to primary school. Exact age bands vary by centre and programme.
Where is Modern Montessori International located?
Modern Montessori International operates multiple preschool centres across Singapore rather than a single campus, so families should check which centre is nearest their home.
Does Modern Montessori International train teachers?
Yes. Alongside its preschools, Modern Montessori International runs a teacher training arm offering a diploma in the Montessori method, certified by Modern Montessori International in London.
