Beechworth Montessori is set in the beautiful heritage-listed gardens of the Beechworth campus of La Trobe University. We cater for 150 children in classes of three-year-age groupings from birth to Year 6: Tiny Tots, Cycle 1 (3 to 6 years), Cycle 2 (Grades 1 to 3) and Cycle 3 (Grades 4 to 6). Cycles 2 and 3 commenced with 13 children in 2007 and have grown to 53 children in 2010. Our mission is to develop a child-focussed sustainable Montessori Learning Centre by creating a dynamic learning environment that supports each child in their learning journey. This environment allows each child to develop a love of learning, independence and a respect of self, of others and of the environment. This is done through the provision of hands-on, diverse experiences and ongoing opportunities to explore at the child's own spontaneous and natural development. Our children comfortably go on to high school with a very broad range of skills and knowledge. Montessori children have learnt how to learn. Our school is administered by the Principal and governed by a Committee of Management which is made up of members of our community. Parents also generously give of their time for working bees and fundraising. Our school is a member of the Montessori Australia Foundation.