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Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge is a private Montessori school in Etoy, Switzerland, operating since 2021. The school follows the Montessori pedagogy in a bilingual English-French environment, guiding children from 18 months to 15 years through four age-based programs: 18–36 months; 3–6 years; 6–12 years; and 12–15 years. All educational guides are AMI-certified, serving as supportive pedagogical guides rather than traditional instructors. The curriculum emphasizes independence, kindness, listening, discipline, and respect, delivered within a personalized learning environment that respects each child's pace of development. The school fosters hands-on exploration and practical life skills within a safe, family-friendly setting. In addition to core Montessori activities, after-school care and enrichment sessions extend learning with targeted offerings such as Art & Sciences, Pottery & Creativity, Sewing, Science Workshop, and Story Creation. The program's bilingual structure and AMI credentials make it an accessible option for international families seeking continuity of Montessori practice in Switzerland today.
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge has instruction in English, French.
Location
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge is a private Montessori school located in Etoy, Switzerland, at En Courta Rama 10, 1163 Etoy. It has been located there since 2021. The school sits between Geneva and Lausanne.
Stages
Ages 18 months through 15 years, with programs for 18-36 months, 3-6 years, 6-12 years, and 12-15 years.
Type
Private Montessori school.
Country affiliation
Switzerland
Bus service
School transport is provided to facilitate arrival and departure. The school has its own fleet of buses that comply with current school transport standards, and drivers are licensed. A brochure with fares and conditions is available.
Fees
Annual tuition at Montessori Seeds of Knowledge ranges from CHF 16,350 to CHF 22,500 for 2026/27.
Application fees - No separate application fee is published in the school's public materials; registration is included within tuition.
Tuition fees by year group (overview and availability) - Age groups covered by the school's tuition structure: 18–36 months (nido), 3–6 years (Children's Community / Primary early years), 6–12 years (elementary), and 12–15 years (lower secondary). - The school provides a tuition estimator for these age groups; however, specific numeric tuition amounts per term or per year are not published in the publicly accessible fee materials. The published statement is that tuition includes meals, field trips and registration fees.
Billing schedule and payment terms - No publicly posted billing schedule (term-by-term or monthly installment plan) or detailed payment-terms text (due dates, late fees, required deposits) is published in the public fee materials.
Boarding fees - The school operates as a day programme and no boarding provision or boarding fees are published. There are published day-hours and contact details for the school only.
Other costs and typical ancillary fees - Extracurricular workshop (atelier) fees are published in the school's activity documents and are typically CHF 25–35 per workshop session, depending on the activity. - After-school / parascolaire care is charged by the hour and by session in published documents: typical published rates include CHF 15 per hour for standard after-school care; fixed-session options include CHF 60 (11:45–16:00) and CHF 80 (11:45–18:00) with meals included. - A small daycare fee for parent workshops / conferences is published at CHF 5 per child for those events. - The school runs holiday camps and extracurricular programmes; separate fees for these programmes are published in their specific activity documents and vary by programme and session.
Refund information - No publicly posted, detailed refund or cancellation policy for tuition, deposits or ancillary fees is available in the school's publicly accessible materials. Refund terms are not published in the publicly available fee pages.
Fee payment options - No specific payment-method list (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit provider) or payment-processing details are published in the public fee materials. Contact and administrative phone/email details are provided for enquiries.
Brief summary of what is included and what was found - Published materials clearly state that tuition covers meals, field trips and registration. - Specific numeric tuition amounts per term or per year group and a public billing schedule are not published in the school's accessible fee materials; ancillary programme fees (workshops, after-school care, conference daycare) are published and are summarized above.
Academics
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1 to 12.
Curriculum
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge follows the Montessori pedagogy in a bilingual English-French environment. It is located in Etoy, Switzerland since 2021. It serves children aged 18 months to 15 years across four programs: 18–36 months, 3–6 years, 6–12 years, and 12–15 years. The staff are AMI-certified and act as pedagogical guides, supporting each stage of development. The school emphasizes autonomy, kindness, discipline, listening, and respect, and provides a personalized learning environment.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Autonomy, Kindness, Disciplined, Listen, and Respect are core engagements guiding student development. All staff are AMI-certified to apply Montessori pedagogy and accompany students through each stage of personal development. The school provides a caring, personalized learning environment that adapts to the unique needs of each student. The classroom culture supports physical, emotional and intellectual development within the Montessori framework. Pedagogical guides foster independent work and social learning within a community of learners.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English and French. It offers a fully bilingual English-French approach using the Montessori method. It serves children aged 18 months to 15 years. Educators are certified by the Association Montessori International (AMI) to bring Montessori pedagogy to every classroom. The learning environment is caring and personalized, adapting to the needs of each student.
Mental Wellbeing
The Tomatis method has been implemented since 2018 in collaboration with Seeds of Knowledge Montessori School. The Tomatis Method (Audio-Psycho-Phonology) is an auditory re-education program designed to develop attention and concentration to improve learning potential. The process begins with a listening test to assess auditory attention. Listening sessions include passive and active phases with specially designed headphones and music, including Mozart, and vocal exercises to improve listening and voice control. Testimonials describe improvements in confidence, social engagement and overall learning progress.
Admissions
Admissions
First contact: Before enrolling in Seeds Montessori School, we always organize an individual relationship with each family. This allows us to better answer questions, explain how we apply Montessori pedagogy in our classes and establish a climate of trust. If you would like to arrange a visit, contact us directly using the contact form.
FAQs
What curriculum does Montessori Seeds of Knowledge offer?
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge offers French, Montessori curriculums. Montessori Seeds of Knowledge follows the Montessori pedagogy in a bilingual English-French environment. It is located in Etoy, Switzerland since 2021. It serves children aged 18 months to 15 years across four programs: 18–36 months, 3–6 years, 6–12 years, and 12–15 years.
What age range does Montessori Seeds of Knowledge cater for?
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge accepts students from age 1 to 15. Ages 18 months through 15 years, with programs for 18-36 months, 3-6 years, 6-12 years, and 12-15 years.
What are the fees at Montessori Seeds of Knowledge?
Annual fees at Montessori Seeds of Knowledge range from approximately 16,350 to 19,580. **Application fees** - No separate application fee is published in the school's public materials; registration is included within tuition.
Where is Montessori Seeds of Knowledge located?
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge is located in Switzerland. Montessori Seeds of Knowledge is a private Montessori school located in Etoy, Switzerland, at En Courta Rama 10, 1163 Etoy. It has been located there since 2021. The school sits between Geneva and Lausanne.
Is Montessori Seeds of Knowledge co-educational?
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge is a co-educational school. Private Montessori school.
How do I apply to Montessori Seeds of Knowledge?
The admissions process at Montessori Seeds of Knowledge: First contact: Before enrolling in Seeds Montessori School, we always organize an individual relationship with each family. This allows us to better answer questions, explain how we apply Montessori pedagogy in our classes and establish a climate of trust.
Does Montessori Seeds of Knowledge offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
The school teaches in English and French. It offers a fully bilingual English-French approach using the Montessori method. It serves children aged 18 months to 15 years. Educators are certified by the Association Montessori International (AMI) to bring Montessori pedagogy to every classroom.
What extra-curricular activities are available at Montessori Seeds of Knowledge?
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge offers a range of extra-curricular activities. Art and creative activities include Art & Sciences, Pottery & Creativity, and My Magical Moment for younger children. For older children, there is an Introduction to Sewing and additional creative offerings such as Magical Moment and Story Creation.
What languages are taught at Montessori Seeds of Knowledge?
English and French are taught through a bilingual program. The school serves children from 18 months to 15 years. The school teaches in English and French. It offers a fully bilingual English-French program based on Montessori principles for children aged 18 months to 15 years.
Who is the head of Montessori Seeds of Knowledge?
The head of school at Montessori Seeds of Knowledge is Marie Littman.
How many students attend Montessori Seeds of Knowledge?
Montessori Seeds of Knowledge has approximately 106 students. The school serves students from age 1 to 15.
