In 2025, the International Montessori School of Beijing (MSB) had the privilege of embarking on a journey to the 65th Annual Summit organized by the American Montessori Society (AMS), an event with a distinguished 65-year history. This year’s gathering was especially significant, marking 118 years since the establishment of the Montessori pedagogy. The conference featured in-depth, forward-thinking discussions on key topics, including the current landscape, future directions, and evolution of Montessori education in the United States and beyond. Experts and practitioners from around the world shared valuable, thought-provoking insights and experiences, contributing to the continued advancement of Montessori education.

(Group photo at AMS conference）

Montessori education is thriving in the United States. Nearly 5,000 private schools nationwide implement Montessori principles, along with approximately 600 public schools, reflecting its strong recognition and growing influence within the Western education system. Additionally, more Montessori schools are expanding their programs to cover the full K-12 spectrum, earning widespread acclaim from elite families. As Chinese culture continues to gain global prominence, many prestigious Montessori schools have introduced Chinese as a primary second language. This trend has drawn significant attention to MSB from international Montessori institutions, paving the way for future collaborations and exchanges.

As the largest and longest-established Montessori international school in Asia and a leader in bilingual Montessori education, MSB sent a delegation of nearly ten seasoned educators to the conference. Each team member has been with MSB for 15 to 30 years, contributing a wealth of expertise. Throughout the event, they built meaningful connections with fellow educators and gained valuable insights into the latest advancements in Montessori education worldwide.

The AMS brings together passionate and committed Montessori educators and administrators from around the world, fostering close exchanges. This year’s discussions centered on decades of Montessori experience in the U.S., the integration of Montessori education with artificial intelligence, and the design and development of future Montessori classrooms. These thought-provoking conversations offered MSB valuable insights and a clearer direction for the future of Montessori education in China.

Beyond the conference, MSB was honored to visit Compass Montessori School in Denver and Bowman School in Silicon Valley—two highly successful K-12 Montessori institutions known for seamlessly integrating Montessori education with AP and IB curricula. These schools have earned strong recognition from elite families in their respective communities.

(Visit to Compass Montessori School in Denver)

(Classroom at Compass Montessori School in Denver)

(Group photo at Compass Montessori School in Denver)

(Visit to Bowman School in Silicon Valley)

(Visit to Bowman School in Silicon Valley)

With 35 years of excellence, MSB remains a leader in global Montessori education. Drawing from the insights gained at the conference and through our school visits, we are committed to upholding Montessori principles while embracing the future of education. By integrating a high-quality K-12 Montessori program with innovative global trends, we continue to nurture forward-thinking, globally minded students, equipping them to thrive in an ever-evolving world.