Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)

The Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) is a global organization founded by Dr. Maria Montessori in 1929 that sets and maintains standards for authentic Montessori education. It trains educators, accredits Montessori schools, and promotes the core principles of her child-centered approach—fostering independence, curiosity, and individualized learning. AMI emphasizes respectful, prepared environments that support natural development and lifelong love for learning. Its goal is to ensure high-quality Montessori practices worldwide, preserving the integrity of Maria Montessori’s educational philosophy and methods across diverse cultural contexts.