About Barrenjoey Montessori School
Barrenjoey Montessori School is an independent not-for-profit school established in 1985 by a group of parents dedicated to creating Montessori education opportunities on Sydney’s upper Northern Beaches.
Commencing with a single preschool class in Newport, the school has grown to cater for the education of children from Birth–12 years across two campuses.
Our Campuses
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Tasman Rd Campus
Tucked behind the sand dunes of Avalon Beach on Des Creagh Reserve, our Tasman Rd campus is home to both preschool and primary students. The school relocated from Newport to the purpose-built Avalon site in 1990, with growing demand and a strong interest in Montessori primary education leading to the addition of a lower primary classroom and a second preschool classroom in 2010. In 2017, the construction of a new sustainable classroom created space for an upper primary class. Barrenjoey Montessori School’s Tasman Rd campus now offers education from Preschool through to Year 6.
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Newport Campus
Our Under 3s playgroup operates at Eurobodalla Homes Hall in Newport during school terms (Monday–Wednesday). The light-filled open space and covered veranda offer ample room for indoor and outdoor activities.
Governance and Philosophy
Governance
Barrenjoey Montessori School is a secular, not-for-profit independent school operated by the Avalon Montessori Association and governed by the school board. All parents are invited to become members of the association, with membership also open to the wider community. School Board Directors are elected by members of the association and meet eight times a year to raise, discuss and vote on school-related issues. The board is also responsible for developing the school’s five-year strategic plan, articulating a future pathway for the school that remains true to its values.
The Board employs a Principal, who is responsible for all matters pertaining to operations and management, and is required to report on these at director meetings. A key component of this delegation is the delivery of an authentic Montessori education for students and families. The Principal is supported by a passionate and experienced team of teachers, support educators and administrative staff.
More information about school operations is available in our Annual Report and Strategic Plan.
Our Vision
We aspire to provide a Montessori program of the highest standard that aims to develop the whole child — assisting their intellectual, social, emotional and physical development.
Our Mission
Barrenjoey Montessori School’s mission is to:
Provide evidence-based Montessori experiences that assist the child to develop skills and knowledge in areas of academia, creativity and social awareness, while exercising respect and compassion.
Provide a welcoming and rewarding community environment for parents and families.
Provide an invigorating professional environment for skilled, competent employees to develop towards a teaching practice of excellence.
Have a positive relationship with and contribution to our local community.
Manage ourselves responsibly to ensure long-term sustainability.
Promote Montessori approaches to child development, aspiring to be a demonstration and learning centre from which Montessori practices may diffuse to other places.
Our Values
Child-centred
We empower individuals by respecting, guiding and assisting each child towards an enhanced sense of identity and belonging. Children receive an ‘education for life’.
Passion
We are passionate and committed to our vision and the social outcomes that we achieve for every child, their families and the community.
Integrity
We are professional, reliable and trustworthy, demonstrating cultural awareness and meeting the needs of our community.
Effectiveness
We apply innovative educational and psychological findings to further enhance the positive impact of our Montessori program.
Policies and Procedures
Fee Schedules
BMS Forms
National Regulations
Work With Us
There’s something very special about working at Barrenjoey Montessori School
….the smell of the sea that greets you every morning, the close-knit school community and local village feel, the supportive school team, and the commitment to authentic Montessori education… There’s a lot to love in our little corner of the world.
To find out for yourself, check below for current opportunities or contact us for a chat on 02 9973 1422 or info@bms.nsw.edu.au
Current Opportunities
No current opportunities available, but we’d love to hear from you
Whether you are a dedicated and inspired Playgroup or Early Childhood Support Educator (min. Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care) with a passion in/or interest for Montessori Education, or a fully qualified Montessori Director (Under 3, 3-6 yrs or 6-12 yrs) looking for a sea change, we would love to get to know you for future opportunities.
Click here to share your resume and any other relevant information about yourself to our Principal, Melissa.