The Montessori Schools Foundation was established in 2004.

The Objects of the Charity are to advance education (including social and physical education) through methods of learning and education developed by Maria Montessori and in connection with this:

Object 3.1:

To conduct in the UK any schools, learning or day care facilities for children, young people and adults. Also, to fund the attendance of children and young people, in cases of financial hardship, at facilities conducted by the Foundation.

Object 3.2:

To enhance the development and education of children and young people, of and under statutory school age, by offering appropriate play, education and child care facilities and activities. Such development to include the promotion, support and enabling of health and wellbeing (intellectual, physical and emotional), social cohesion, equality, inclusion and diversity.

Object 3.3:

To train teachers, teaching assistants, educationalists, parents and carers in such methods of learning and education.

Object 3.4:

To develop E.U. and other international relationships and activities.

The Montessori Schools Foundation is registered in England and Wales, Charity Number 1106446.