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BMS Turns 40!

We welcome all past, current and aspiring students, families and staff into our doors for an afternoon to share some stories and celebrate what we have achieved over the past 40 years.

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BMS Weekend School Tour

Join our Weekend Tour on Sat 1 November, 9.30 or 10.30am. We open our doors on a weekend for you to explore the environment and chat to our Principal. Please register to attend by clicking here

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BMS Surfrider Adopt A Beach Partnership

Barrenjoey Montessori School has partnered with Surfrider to protect Avalon beach from pollution. On the first Sunday of every month, we lead a beach clean and welcome everyone to join us!

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BMS Snippet: Understanding Primary Social Dynamics

As part of our morning/afternoon snippets, our Primary Directors shared insights into the social dynamics of the primary child (6-12 years), why this is such a critical part of their learning and how these skills are taught and nurtured at BMS.

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Does Montessori Work?

Looking for research-based evidence on the benefits of a Montessori method of education? Here we share some recent analysis and publications for your review.

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Why Stay in Montessori Primary (6-12 yrs)?

The benefit of staying within a 3 year cycle in a smaller social environment, such as BMS, is often underestimated.  By creating this 'real-world' dynamic, children need to adapt to work with peers and lead others, to negotiate conflict, diversity and belonging, to build and abide by "community" boundaries and agreements.  It's more than just academics, it's a life skill that very rarely gets taught and revered at this age.  But one that delivers a great benefit in adulthood.

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BMS Parent Calendar 2025

Check out our BMS Parent Calendar to see what’s on at school, featuring key events for students, our parent community and the broader local community.

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