On April 24, Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University took an important step in advancing international cooperation. Representatives of the international educational centre “Maria Montessori” paid an official visit to the University, during which prospects for bilateral cooperation were discussed and a memorandum of cooperation was signed.

Among the distinguished guests were Giulio Amatucci, President of the Italy-Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce; Valeria Mazzetti, Coordinator of Academic and Educational Activities of the school network of the international “Maria Montessori” centre; and Maria Rossi, Member of the Centre’s Board of Directors. The delegation members visited the University museum, where they familiarized themselves with the stages of the institution’s development and its pedagogical traditions.

During the meeting, Chairman of the Board-Rector Bolat Tilep provided a comprehensive overview of the University’s educational system, its experience in training педагогical staff, and its international cooperation initiatives. Vice-rectors and faculty heads presented specific proposals within their respective areas.

Particular attention was given to expanding cooperation in the field of education. In particular, the parties discussed opportunities to introduce Montessori-based programmes into the preschool education system, train teachers in accordance with international standards, promote experience exchange, and implement joint research projects. The importance of these areas in modernizing the contemporary education system was emphasized.

The Maria Montessori International Centre, located in Perugia, Italy, is one of the oldest Montessori educational centres in the world. Its history dates back to the 19th century, and since 1909 it has operated based on the Montessori method. In 1950, Maria Montessori personally opened a special class for teacher training. Today, the Centre functions as a комплекс that includes a kindergarten, a teacher training division, a research centre, and international educational programmes.

The Centre’s educational system focuses on developing each child’s individual characteristics, independent activity, sensory experience, and critical thinking. It offers programmes for children aged 0 to 12, as well as international certification courses for teachers (in accordance with AMI/AMS standards). The Centre actively cooperates with the Association Montessori Internationale and the American Montessori Society.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in strengthening the partnership and expressed their readiness to implement joint educational programmes in the future. The cooperation was formally закреплено by the signing of the memorandum.

Media Centre of “Abai University”