Montessori Training Center 

Montessori Training Center is a college located in Nyambadwe, Blantyre District. It was established by WAY Ministries in 2008, with support from 13 teachers from United States of America. Our program was design in partnership with Montessori Training Center in Shingle Springs, California, USA. Montessori Training Center, is an organization dedicated to positively impacting the education system in Malawi. Our goal is to serve the children, families, and teachers of Malawi by providing quality Montessori education.

MTC offers comprehensive training programs in Montessori Early Childhood Education, Special Education, and Parent Education. Our courses are designed to equip teachers and individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the field. Graduates of MTC’s programs are highly confident and find employment quickly, while some even venture to establish their own schools.

With a focus on both urban and rural areas, Montessori Training Center strives to spread Montessori Education across various regions of Malawi. We collaborate with community-based child care centers, conduct teacher training, and develop educational materials

Our instructors have a BA in Primary Education as well as a Montessori Early Childhood Credential from the U. S. A. This experience has contributed to the expertise and professionalism of MTC’s instructors.

MTC has successfully trained numerous individuals, with an average annual participation of 350 teachers and trainees in our programs. In collaboration with the Malawi Government, we have provided specialized training in Special Needs Education to over 220 government school teachers, free of charge. A significant majority of these 220 teachers have successfully completed three out of the four E. C. Courses.

Aligned with the principles of Montessori education, MTC is dedicated to cultivating confident, knowledgeable, and skilled graduates. Our aim is to empower them to make a substantial impact on the educational landscape of Malawi.