Montessori Scotland (SC053293) exists to forge new pathways in educational inclusion. Acknowledging the varied implementations of the Montessori method across communities throughout Scotland we seek to support efficacy through diversity, training and therapeutic partnerships.
"With the support of Montessori Scotland we at EMAS can do so much more to meet the needs of all our students. To see our children accepted for who they are and flourishing on the respect they are afforded makes this an incredibly worthwhile job. All children should have these opportunities."
Louise Leamy, Support Coordinator, EMAS
"The Principal immediately relieved our concerns for our daughter's schooling. For Emma, our daughter's deafness was not a problem but an opportunity for the whole school to widen their communication skills. We were delighted that the whole staff embraced the opportunity. Our daughter is exceptionally happy at this school."
Donald Morrison, Parent
"EMAS is a place where children can be the best version of themselves. No one is defined by their disability, ethnicity or wealth status. 'Education for Peace' is practiced through actions; a deeply embedded culture of respect for difference underpins everything the staff do."
Eleni Papavasilieou, Early Years Coordinator
Your gift keeps on giving:
"What EMAS gives our children will one day ripple across the world, when these young people grow into adults who are resilient to the challenges of this world, diverse in their thought processes, self-aware and curious. These kids won’t just bring their own chair to the table. They will design the table, build the table, and grow the flowers that sit in the middle of it. They will bring chairs not just for themselves but for every other person that needs a seat at that table making sure every person has their voice heard."
Emily Bradbury - Parent
Our projects:
Refugee Scholarship Fund:
EMAS offers a number of fully supported places for children whose families have escaped conflict and are settled in Edinburgh. These children have often experienced extreme trauma and continue to live with familial trauma. We are raising money on an ongoing basis to support the continuation of their school places, including the provision of free access to the school’s therapeutic support services. Regular donations make a huge difference!
Example donations:
- £5 monthly donation for four months provides a set of school uniform for one student
- £15 per month contributes towards music lessons for scholarship students
- £50 pays for a family to access one of our therapeutic arts classes
