
MONTESSORI
INTERNATIONAL
STUDENT
COUNCIL
Be heard. Innovate. Unite.

About
The Montessori International Student Council is a global platform, administrated by Montessori Norway, dedicated to connecting Montessori students across schools, countries, and cultures. It provides a space for collaboration, innovation, and mutual inspiration with a shared focus on peace and sustainability.
Our mission is to empower students to express their views, take initiative, and contribute to shaping a better future. The goal is not to create hierarchies, but to build a network of national Montessori student councils as a foundation for engaging, inspiring, and connecting Montessori students all over the world.
We emphasize the importance of including young voices in matters that affect them, and encourage students to grow into active, responsible global citizens. Rooted in the peace education philosophy of Maria Montessori, the platform helps students develop initiative, communication, and collaboration skills – while working together to build a more connected world.
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Montessori students around the world are coming together to share ideas, take initiative, and make a difference. By establishing a national Montessori student council, you become part of a growing global network shaped by students themselves.
Students aged 6 to 18 who attend a Montessori school are welcome to take part. While all voices matter, international collaboration works best when students are able to communicate clearly with others – including across languages and cultures.
A student council can strengthen participation, support children’s rights, and give students a real voice in shaping their school communities. It opens the door to collaboration, creativity, and shared projects – both nationally and across borders.


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Join us for conferences, webinars, panels and more, created by students for students, exploring inspiring voices and projects from across the global Montessori community.

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Why Join the Montessori International Student Council?
Supporting Children's Rights
We amplify student voices in decision-making, ensuring they have a say in shaping their educational journey and sustainable future. We uphold the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, along with other international agreements, advocating for the recognition and inclusion of children's voices in matters that affect them. Our goal is not only to respect children's rights but also to foster their growth and empower them to become proactive, responsible citizens.
Promoting Peace, Innovation, and Sustainability
We inspire students to work towards a peaceful and sustainable world through active participation in local and global projects. Our initiatives encourage students to become leaders and advocates for global peace and sustainability, acting as agents of change and human development. This platform also fosters innovation and creativity, encouraging students to devise new solutions to global challenges.
Fostering Global Connections
We connect students from around the world, encouraging the exchange of ideas and fostering a global community. This global interaction broadens perspectives, creates a supportive network of young people, and enhances cultural understanding and sensitivity. Additionally, it provides essential skills in leadership, communication, and teamwork, preparing students for future challenges and encouraging collaboration.
Hosting Engaging Events
We organize engaging webinars, debates, and conferences, offering platforms for meaningful student engagement and dialogue. While our student council meetings are reserved for Montessori students, we extend our event invitations beyond the Montessori community to include all children and youth in our collective effort towards a sustainable future, fostering peace and collaboration. The events provide opportunities for students to discuss important issues, learn, share their experiences, and support each other.
The Montessori International Student Council was founded with the vision of creating a global platform where students can collaborate, innovate, and amplify their voices. The council emerged from the recognition that students, as vital members of the Montessori community, needed a platform to actively participate in discussions about their education and future, both nationally and across borders.
In 2024, the Montessori Norway Student Council was established, bringing together representatives from across the country. This success demonstrated the potential for student councils to foster leadership and democratic participation. Inspired by this, the initiative expanded globally, allowing students from different nations to connect, share ideas, and work on projects that promote sustainability and peace.
The Montessori International Student Council is administrated by Montessori Norway who are committed to expanding its reach and supporting student participation on an international scale.

About Us
Uniting Students for Innovation and Change

Maria Montessori
Pioneering Education for Peace and Human Development
Maria Montessori believed that education was the key to a more peaceful world and dedicated her life to advocating for children's rights. She was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize three times for her efforts. As one of Italy's first female doctors, Montessori developed an educational method that emphasizes self-directed learning and respect for a child's natural development. Her work began with children with developmental disabilities, demonstrating their capacity to learn with appropriate support. In 1907, she founded Casa dei Bambini in Rome, implementing her child-centered pedagogy. Today, her philosophy is implemented in over 22,000 schools worldwide, shaping environments where students are encouraged to explore, think critically, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Montessori viewed students as vital contributors to society's future, famously considering them "agents of change," with the potential to transform the world through their actions and ideas.

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