Kathmandu. Nepal Montessori Training Center celebrated its 25th anniversary and annual conference at the Premier International Continuum School. Eminent teachers, policymakers, and stakeholders in the field of early childhood education gathered to review NMTC’s contributions and discuss the future roadmap for Montessori education in Nepal.
NMTC Director Pavitra Limbu delivered the keynote address during the formal ceremony. She highlighted the organization’s 25-year journey and the impact NMTC has made on early childhood education. She highlighted the tireless dedication of Montessori teachers and the role of the entire community in establishing NMTC as a premier training institution in Nepal.
Expressing the basic philosophy of Montessori education, she reaffirmed NMTC’s mission to prepare independent, curious, and confident children. She also presented NMTC’s goals of expanding training programs in the future, incorporating modern teaching technologies, and strengthening partnerships to improve the quality of childhood education across Nepal.
The presence of the Chief Guest, Honorable Dev Raj Ghimire, added special dignity to the program. He praised NMTC for its pioneering role in Montessori training in Nepal and emphasized that quality early childhood education plays a significant role in building the future of the nation.
Agatha Pakhrin Thapa, founder of Seto Gurans, also inspired the participants by sharing her experiences of Montessori education.
At the beginning of the program, Karnav Prabhakar, School Counselor and Psychologist at Premier International Continuum School, presented an important seminar on neurodevelopmental disorders and early childhood development.
Similarly, Neelam Lama Dahal, Vice President of Speech and Hearing Association of Nepal and Language Hearing Specialist, She presented another important session on critical stages of language and hearing development and early risk identification.
She discussed the critical stages of language development in childhood and the signs that indicate language or hearing problems. She also presented important information on speech therapy methods, the role of parents, and the effectiveness of early intervention in teaching methods.
