The Montessori League of Asia (MLA)
Promoting excellence in Montessori education through regional collaboration, professional development, and maintaining the highest standards.
Advancing Montessori Education Across Asia
The Montessori League of Asia (MLA) is a regional network dedicated to promoting authentic Montessori education across Asia. Connect with Montessori schools, educators, parents, and training institutions. Explore resources, affiliation benefits, professional development, and collaborative opportunities that support child-centered learning throughout the region.
About us
The Montessori League of Asia
MLA serves as the unifying organisation for Montessori initiatives across Asia, dedicated to promoting excellence and maintaining high standards in Montessori education.
Our Mission
To unify and strengthen Montessori education across Asia by fostering collaboration, maintaining excellence, and supporting educators and institutions in their commitment to authentic Montessori principles.
Our Vision
A thriving network of Montessori educators and institutions across Asia, united in their commitment to providing world-class Montessori education that honors the child and transforms communities.
Our Values
Excellence, Authenticity, Collaboration, Inclusivity, and Integrity guide everything we do, ensuring that Montessori education in Asia remains true to its foundations while adapting to regional needs.
Why Join MLA?
Discover the benefits of being part of Asia’s premier Montessori association
Regional Networking
Connect with Montessori educators and institutions across Asia.
Professional Recognition
Gain credibility through affiliation with established standards.
Training & Development
Access quality training programs and professional development.
Global Standards
Maintain excellence through international Montessori standards.
Programs & Activities
From conferences and workshops to training programs and publications, MLA offers comprehensive support for Montessori professionals across Asia.
– Annual conferences and regional workshops.
– Montessori training and certification programs.
– Research publications and educational resources.
– Professional development opportunities.
Whether you’re an individual educator or an institution, become part of Asia’s premier Montessori network and contribute to excellence in education.
Montessori education honours the child’s natural potential. Through the Montessori League of Asia, we work to unite and support educators across Asia in nurturing that potential with wisdom and purpose.
Sajjad Ahmed Razi — the President
Our Montessori Conferences
The Montessori League of Asia hosts annual and regional conferences that inspire, connect, and empower educators across Asia. These events offer a dynamic space for practitioners, school leaders, researchers, and trainers to deepen their understanding of Montessori principles while engaging with current educational ideas. Through keynotes, workshops, panels, and hands-on sessions, participants gain practical tools, fresh inspiration, and deeper insight into supporting the whole child.
MLA conferences also strengthen regional collaboration by uniting diverse Montessori communities, encouraging dialogue, and sharing best practices across classrooms, training centers, and national organizations. Whether focused on early childhood, elementary, leadership, or new research, these gatherings play an important role in advancing high-quality, child-centered Montessori education throughout the region.