Montessori approach

The bilingual Montessori school offers an educational approach inspired by Maria Montessori, combining independence with a deeply nurturing ethos.

Each child grows within a framework that respects their pace and unique personality, taking into account their overall intellectual, emotional, and physical development.

The educational approach places strong emphasis on individualised teaching, enabling each child to progress at their own rhythm.

In a carefully prepared environment, guided by attentive educators trained and certified by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale), children thrive every day, explore, use Montessori materials, and learn through direct experience.

A recognised educational framework

As an independent private school, Vichy Montessori School follows a rigorous approach to quality, transparency, and educational responsibility.

The recent official visit from the French Department for National Education confirmed the consistent implementation of Montessori pedagogy, the thoughtful organisation of classroom environments, and the quality of support provided to the children.

Our commitments

At Vichy Montessori, the team is committed to offering every child a respectful, stimulating, and caring environment, where they can flourish, develop independence, and nurture their natural curiosity, all while respecting each child’s individual rhythm and needs.

Listening to each child

Curiosity and love
of learning

Confidence and independence

Kindness and respect for differences

Growing in freedom and responsibility

Exploring, choosing, and persevering

Vichy Montessori Association

The school is run by a committed parents’ association. Each family takes an active part in the life and development of the school, in a spirit of solidarity, cooperation, and kindness, in keeping with Montessori values.

In practical terms, this means:

Contributing to school life (meetings, workshops, events, support for the teaching teams).

Offering time and skills (gardening, DIY, communication, cooking, and more).

Taking part in projects, helping maintain the premises, and supporting the teaching team.

Working together to offer children a nurturing and respectful environment where everyone progresses at their own pace.

L’association veille également à inscrire l’école dans un cadre éducatif sérieux et durable.

La visite officielle de l’Éducation nationale constitue une reconnaissance du travail collectif mené par l’équipe pédagogique et les familles engagées dans le projet.

Merci à tous les adhérents, bénévoles et soutiens qui rendent cette belle aventure possible.

Teaching team

Jeanette

Chair

(Physiotherapist / Osteopath) Coordinates the association’s activities and represents the school.

PAULINE

Secretary

(Logistics Engineer) Manages administration and documentation.

Grégory

Vice-Chair

(ENTREPRENEUR)
Supports, advises, and helps develop projects.

benjamin

Treasurer

(Accountant)
Manages the school’s finances and long-term sustainability.

sandrine

Educational Liaison

(Stay-at-home mother)
Ensures the link between the teaching team and the board.

Aude

Communications Lead

(Graphic Designer)
Promotes the association’s image and values.

élise

Legal and HR Lead

(HR Manager)
Ensures compliance with regulations and staff well-being.

nicolas

Facilities Lead

(Construction professional)
Oversees the condition of the premises and equipment.

maxime

School Life Coordinator

(IT Engineer)
Coordinates volunteers.

Thomas

Partnerships and Sponsorship Lead

(Buyer)
Seeks and negotiates partnerships and external support.

“Just like in a Montessori classroom, where a diversity of ages and talents nurtures cooperation, our school flourishes thanks to the collective commitment of parents: together, we form a strong community dedicated to the children.”

— Jeannette Chovet
Présidente de l’association Vichy Montessori