Montessori
Method

Italy

U.S.A.

Russia

Australia

U.A.E.

Georgia

Malaysia

global experience

20+ years of

Thailand

Transforming
Care Into Education

I have designed a refined Montessori training program for families who want the very best for their children. With this training, your nanny will learn how to guide daily life in a way that builds independence, curiosity, focus and resilience, giving your child the strongest foundation for school and for life.

This is an investment in your child’s growth, character and future success.

Excellence in Education Begins at Home

A luxurious childhood is not about endless indulgence or a “yes” to every request. It is about access to the best opportunities that shape a child into a confident, intelligent, socially capable and successful adult.

Nannies have a profound influence in this process. They shape self-perception, they impact confidence, and they often become the inner voice a child carries for life.

The question is not if your nanny is influencing your child, it is how.
Is she building independence or creating dependency?
Is she unlocking potential or unintentionally limiting it?
Does she know how and when to introduce letters, numbers, reading and more, or is she simply guessing?

Exclusive, world-class Montessori training designed for nannies and stay-at-home parents, giving children ages 2½–5 the best foundation for life.

Grow a child with strong self-confidence, belief in their abilities, and healthy self-worth.

Build discipline, self-confidence and inner motivation that prepare them for school and life

Solve problems creatively and show resilience when faced with challenges

Understand the world map, continents and cultures at an age-appropriate level

Explore rhythm and melody through music, improving memory and coordination

Develop rich vocabulary and express thoughts clearly in conversation

Recognize letters, build words and begin reading with joy

Count, add and subtract using concrete Montessori materials

Recognize and name shapes, colors, textures, sounds and smells through sensorial work

Concentrate for longer periods of time and complete activities independently

Dress, eat, clean up and take care of themselves with confidence

After this personalized nanny training, your child will be able to:

No parent escapes the feeling of pressure

Unhealthy rivalry and harsh critisism from fellow parents and close family can deeply affect you

“You were already sleeping on your own at this age”

“My daughter knows all the sounds and can count to a hundred. Is your child at the same level?”

“Our kids are already conversing. How come your child hasn't started yet?”

This creates doubts and provokes worries about your parenting and your child's growth

Happy parents = happy children

Prioritizing your mental well-being while caring for your
child — Guilt-Free

What is the optimal age?

When is the ideal time to enroll them in preschool / daycare?

When is the right time?

When can my child start doing things on their own and what should they be able to do?

Why does my child refuses to listen?

I don't want to resort to shouting or physical punishment, but I'm at a loss for what else to do

Parent support sessions

Are you concerned that your child may not be developing as expected? Unsure if everything is really fine?

Build a rewarding relationship!

Through online or in-person consultations I will help you navigate these concerns. If you want to deeply understand your amazing child and foster a joyful, meaningful connection, I can guide you through it.

Transform your home into a supportive learning environment

Discover how to keep your child engaged and thriving at home

Child Engagement Strategy Session

A session focused on developing strategies to keep your child actively engaged at home. This consultation helps parents create routines and activities that foster learning and play.

Home Environment Assessment

A personalized consultation to evaluate your current home setup. A prerequisite for the home space optimization session.

Home Organization for Optimal Child Development

After a careful assessment of your living space, I will offer tailored recommendations to optimize it for your child's developmental needs.

Testimonials

The first meeting I had with Maria, I knew she was something special. I was frank about my concerns with my son's need for discipline and she was genuinely enthusiastic for his independence and spirit -- something to be celebrated and engaged correctly but not stifled or controlled.

Melissa Rausch

Portland, Oregon (U.S.A.)

Maria has completely changed my mind about all the misconceptions of Montessori and ANY worries I might have had. She is the most genuinely caring and infinitely patient specialist I have ever seen or even heard of. I have learned so much from her in just the short period of time. She goes over and beyond to educate the parents about things that can help at home. I really feel like she "gets" my son and that means the world to me.

Ester Yi,

Los Angeles,
California (U.S.A.)

From the start, I was amazed by our first meeting. Maria anticipated all my questions and answered them before I could even ask. There wasn't a single child-related topic she wasn't incredibly knowledgable about!

Marina Sergeeva

Saint-Petersburg,
Russia

Montessori education

Maria Nesterova

2013 - Montessori Institute of San Diego, AMI (California, U.S.A.)

Professional development

2017 - Annual AMI Refresher Course (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)

2012 - HLTFA301C Apply First Aid (Sydney, NSW, Australia)

2021 - Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty and Stress (Yale University, U.S.A.)

2024 - Jolly Phonics (Jolly Revolution Team, Spain)

2025 - PYP Leading The Learning (IB)

Other academic background

5 years - Faculty of International Affairs: Philologist, Linguist. Teacher of English and Russian languages

2020 - Expert in Diagnosing and Developing Inherent Talents and Distinctive Personal Qualities

2023 - Soft skills (Irina Hakamada)

9 years - Classical piano training, Music College

2020 - Fundamentals of Neuroscience (Harvard University, U.S.A.)

4 years - Advanced English language training

2014 - Pediatric First Aid CPR AED (San Diego, California, U.S.A.)

2023 - Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions (University of Michigan, U.S.A.)

2016 - Annual AMI Refresher Course (Long Beach, California, U.S.A.)

23 years of experience
working with children

Nanny (Russia, USA)

English Teacher in secondary schools (Russia)

Creative Director, Ethnic School (Australia)

Private Educator for UHNW families (Dubai, New York, Russia, etc.)

Consultant on the proper implementation of the Montessori method and the creation of high-caliber Montessori environments for educators and schools (Russia, Thailand)

Early Childhood Development Consultant (Global practice)

Primary Lead Teacher at Top International Montessori Schools (Los Angeles, Chiang Mai, Hong Kong, Saint-Petersburg, Morocco)

English tutor (Russia, USA, Italy, Georgia, Malaysia)

Happy mother,
happy kids

With over 20 years of experience working with children and parents, I understand the importance of balancing dedicated care for your child with attention to your own well-being.
Let's work together to achieve that balance.

Online and in-person consultations designed to address all your concerns.

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