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Our Vision
“Give me a stepping stone, and I will move the Earth”
In the brief but powerful years of early childhood, we have a unique opportunity to give a child the foundation for their lifelong relationship with the world.
Our Core Principles
- Seeing each child as an active participant in their own life and learning
- Creating a diverse environment that helps reveal and nurture their unique abilities
- Upholding a humanistic philosophy and values
This inner point of support helps a child joyfully explore, create, and transform the world — growing into a happy, free, and self-reliant individual.
Our goal is to give every young person a “Stepping stone” in this complex world — and to help them discover it within themselves.
This inner stability becomes the solid ground for harmonious development.
This inner stability becomes the solid ground for harmonious development.
Creating a space for people to blossom
our mission:
Our Values
Gentleness. We honor the quiet rhythm of growth, giving time for every process to unfold and walking beside each child with tender presence
Acceptance and Kindness. We welcome every soul in its uniqueness, giving space for all shades of emotion to bloom — guiding each one with warmth and care
Responsibility. We nurture a world where taking responsibility feels natural and joyful, where it is safe to make mistakes, to mend them, and to learn through them
Dialogue. We cultivate a community where everyone learns to truly listen — building meaningful, respectful communication together
Openness. We give voice to our thoughts and feelings, valuing feedback that helps us all grow
Curiosity and Discovery. With wonder and reverence, we explore the mystery of childhood — walking hand in hand with children as they learn to know the world and themselves
Here, the child grows into their own confidence.
When readiness meets opportunity, learning becomes joyful — and therefore, deeply effective.
Our teachers observe closely, feel each child’s rhythm, and guide them at their own pace.
Every child follows a unique path in the Montessori environment — and along that path, they discover confidence, independence, and a love of learning.
Our teachers observe closely, feel each child’s rhythm, and guide them at their own pace.
Every child follows a unique path in the Montessori environment — and along that path, they discover confidence, independence, and a love of learning.
Our mission is to create a safe and thoughtfully prepared environment where every child can live independently and develop according to their individual needs at each stage of growth.
All learning in our classrooms is led by certified Montessori teachers.
Beyond the beautifully prepared environment, one of the key features of the Montessori approach is timely development — not early, not late, but exactly when the child is ready.
All learning in our classrooms is led by certified Montessori teachers.
Beyond the beautifully prepared environment, one of the key features of the Montessori approach is timely development — not early, not late, but exactly when the child is ready.
The Montessori Method
“Help me do it by myself”
From 18 months to 6 years, children naturally want to “do it myself!”
We see this as a powerful drive toward independence — from the first step to choosing one’s own future.
We see this as a powerful drive toward independence — from the first step to choosing one’s own future.
Language Area
We learn to identify individual sounds and use them to form words and sentences.
Your child will get acquainted with the letters, learn to write, and then move on to developing reading skills.
Mathematics Area
Here, children are introduced to quantities and numbers through beautiful, concrete materials.
Here, children learn to perform basic arithmetic operations.
In mixed-age groups, the younger ones first observe the older children, building inner motivation before they begin exploring the materials themselves.
The World Exploration Area
Young explorers study the wonders of the world: physics, astronomy, plants and animals, continents and climates, art, and much more.
Sensorial Area
This is where children refine their senses — learning to recognize form, size, and scent through direct experience.
Sensorial work prepares the foundation for abstract thinking and the intuitive understanding of mathematical order.
Practical Life Area
Here, children learn to care for themselves and their environment.
They practice everyday tasks and grow more capable and confident with each new skill.
The Montessori classroom is designed to meet a child’s natural needs.
Everything — from furniture to learning materials — is sized for children and placed within their reach, empowering them to explore freely and independently.
Each area of the classroom offers materials that progress from the simplest to the most advanced, guiding the child’s development over a three-year cycle.
Everything — from furniture to learning materials — is sized for children and placed within their reach, empowering them to explore freely and independently.
Each area of the classroom offers materials that progress from the simplest to the most advanced, guiding the child’s development over a three-year cycle.
Safety • Self-Control • Aesthetic Harmony
Learning Areas
The World Exploration Area
Young explorers study the wonders of the world: physics, astronomy, plants and animals, continents and climates, art, and much more.
Mathematics Area
Here, children are introduced to quantities and numbers through beautiful, concrete materials.
Here, children learn to perform basic arithmetic operations.
In mixed-age groups, the younger ones first observe the older children, building inner motivation before they begin exploring the materials themselves.
Sensorial Area
This is where children refine their senses — learning to recognize form, size, and scent through direct experience.
Sensorial work prepares the foundation for abstract thinking and the intuitive understanding of mathematical order.
Language Area
We learn to identify individual sounds and use them to form words and sentences.
Your child will get acquainted with the letters, learn to write, and then move on to developing reading skills.
Practical Life Area
Here, children learn to care for themselves and their environment.
They practice everyday tasks and grow more capable and confident with each new skill.
The Montessori classroom is designed to meet a child’s natural needs.
Everything — from furniture to learning materials — is sized for children and placed within their reach, empowering them to explore freely and independently.
Each area of the classroom offers materials that progress from the simplest to the most advanced, guiding the child’s development over a three-year cycle.
Everything — from furniture to learning materials — is sized for children and placed within their reach, empowering them to explore freely and independently.
Each area of the classroom offers materials that progress from the simplest to the most advanced, guiding the child’s development over a three-year cycle.
Safety • Self-Control • Aesthetic Harmony
Learning Areas
Social Development
Social and emotional learning — what we now call soft skills — is an essential part of our work.
Maria Montessori saw the classroom as a community where children learn to live peacefully with others. That’s why each material exists in only one set — teaching patience, respect, and cooperation. But each teacher, year after year, refines the ability to guide children along the challenging path of constructive communication, a path that requires patience and love. This is how emotional intelligence begins to grow.
In the classroom, we talk about personal boundaries—our own and others’—and emphasize the value and self-sufficiency of the word “no,” teaching children to use it without hesitation and shame. Together with the kids, we engage in a thoughtful and engaging search for ways to resolve conflicts using words only, and we also help them learn to interact with their emotions in a healthy way.
Nutrition
We know how important it is for your child to feel at home — especially after moving to a new country.
We offer international education standards,
We offer international education standards,
while giving you the confidence that your child will be nourished just like at home!
For our kindergarten, we developed a menu together with a child nutrition specialist, and we always serve familiar, comforting meals: porridge for breakfast, dairy products similar to those your child is used to, pancakes, boiled beets, borscht, and “lazy” cabbage rolls!
Children aged 3–6 evolve together.
Here, children learn to ask for help, offer it in return, and take responsibility for their actions.
Here, children learn to ask for help, offer it in return, and take responsibility for their actions.
They grow emotionally, gaining both independence and a sense of belonging.
Each bilingual group (Russian-English or Russian-Serbian) includes professional teachers and assistants who ensure individual attention for every child. Each Russian–English group (ages 3–6) includes up to 25 children and 3 teachers (one of whom is English-speaking).
Each Russian–Serbian group includes up to 32 children and 4 teachers (two of whom are Serbian-speaking).
In the toddler groups, there are up to 14 children and 3 teachers (one English-speaking).
In addition, specialists come in to lead extracurricular activities.
Each Russian–Serbian group includes up to 32 children and 4 teachers (two of whom are Serbian-speaking).
In the toddler groups, there are up to 14 children and 3 teachers (one English-speaking).
In addition, specialists come in to lead extracurricular activities.
Vrachar age 3-6 "The Winter"
8.30 - 18.00
English-speaking assistant
Zemun 3-6 age "The Fall"
8.30 - 17.30
English-speaking assistant
Zemun 3-6 age "The Summer"
9.00 - 18.00
Two Serbian-speaking
assistants
assistants
Vrachar and Zemun 1,5-3 age
9.00 - 16.00
English-speaking
assistant
assistant
Zemun Primary School 6-9
9.00 - 16.00
English-speaking
assistant
assistant
We offer the following groups:
Our groups are mixed-age communities
Daily Rhythm
A typical day includes:
Breakfast
Three-hour Montessori work cycle
the most productive time of the day, guided by a Montessori teacher and assistant
Outdoor play
Lunch
children set the table, serve themselves, and clear their dishes
Rest time
Afternoon snack
Play and social time
At least two teachers are providing help during this time
Enrichment classes with the extra teachers
Serbian and English language, music, art, movement, and creative play
Outdoor play
Child - School - Family
We believe that education is a shared journey.
That’s why we organize not only activities for children but also events for the whole family:
That’s why we organize not only activities for children but also events for the whole family:
- Parent–teacher meetings and workshops
- Weekend family activities
- Holiday performances and graduation ceremonies
- Mother’s and Father’s Days
- Excursions, picnics, and community celebrations
The first sessions are individual.
It allows your child meet teachers and explore the space in a calm, friendly setting.
We may invite you to join a walk — every adaptation plan is personalized.
After the initial introduction and first lessons, we will work together to find the most comfortable way to help your child adapt to a full day.
Some children are ready to stay half-days in the very first week, while others need a bit more time. What matters most is a gentle, confident transition into the group.
Gentle Adaptation
Anastasiia Zhemchugova
Project Founder and Director,
Montessori AMI Certified Administrator
Montessori AMI Certified Administrator
Experience at the Mikhailova Montessori School in Saint Petersburg,
Mary Ellen Montz Montessori pedagogy course in St. Petersburg, and AMI Montessori Managers course in Prague, Czech Republic.
Combines a deep understanding of the Montessori philosophy with exceptional organizational energy.
Mary Ellen Montz Montessori pedagogy course in St. Petersburg, and AMI Montessori Managers course in Prague, Czech Republic.
Combines a deep understanding of the Montessori philosophy with exceptional organizational energy.
Tatiana Brykova
Montessori Guide (3–6 “Summer” Group, Zemun), Psychologist
Graduated with honors from MIPM and the MAONN Academy of Psychology.
Has over 12 years of experience in Montessori kindergartens in Moscow.
Along with her professional expertise, Tatiana brought a Russian-language children’s library to Belgrade and enthusiastically leads the “Reading Club.”
Has over 12 years of experience in Montessori kindergartens in Moscow.
Along with her professional expertise, Tatiana brought a Russian-language children’s library to Belgrade and enthusiastically leads the “Reading Club.”
Daria Subbotina
Montessori Guide (3–6 “Autumn” Group, Zemun), Child Psychologist
AMI diploma holder. A sensitive and highly experienced specialist, one
of the true gems of our team.
Daria gently and confidently supports both children and parents in
their shared journey of growth and development.
of the true gems of our team.
Daria gently and confidently supports both children and parents in
their shared journey of growth and development.
Dina Fatyanova
Montessori Guide (3–6 Group, Vračar)
AMI diploma holder and Maria Roth course graduate. With over 15 years of experience in Montessori kindergartens in Moscow, Dina is a highly skilled professional, deeply committed to pedagogy and early childhood development.
She is an expert in respectful discipline and understands the importance of clear, thoughtful boundaries.
We are proud to have her on our team.
She is an expert in respectful discipline and understands the importance of clear, thoughtful boundaries.
We are proud to have her on our team.
Yulia Kurakhtenkova
Montessori Guide (0–3), Lead Toddler Teacher, Zemun
Graduate of MIMP, a talented and caring guide for our youngest children.
An expert in prepared environments and a reliable partner for parents
during their child’s adaptation period.
An expert in prepared environments and a reliable partner for parents
during their child’s adaptation period.
Vladimir Cheprasov
Montessori Assistant (3–6 “Summer” Group, Zemun)
Trained preschool educator. Vladimir interacts with children with
great sensitivity, supporting their social development.
He confidently works with boundaries, creating a space of mutual respect.
great sensitivity, supporting their social development.
He confidently works with boundaries, creating a space of mutual respect.
Maya Safuanova
Montessori Guide (3–6), Assistant (3–6 “Autumn” Group, Zemun)
Completed the 3–6 assistant and guide training with Yuri Filev.
A caring and attentive assistant with full pedagogical qualification.
A play-based learning specialist “in the spirit of Bakhotskiy,” which
children truly enjoy (and benefit from greatly!).
A caring and attentive assistant with full pedagogical qualification.
A play-based learning specialist “in the spirit of Bakhotskiy,” which
children truly enjoy (and benefit from greatly!).
Olga Kudryashova
Montessori Assistant (3–6 Group, Vračar)
A dedicated and passionate team member who easily connects with very
different children.
Olga successfully applies the excellent results of our assistant
training in practice, creating wonderful Montessori materials for
children.
different children.
Olga successfully applies the excellent results of our assistant
training in practice, creating wonderful Montessori materials for
children.
Taisiya Akhmedova
Montessori Guide (0–3 and 3–6), Toddler Group Assistant, Zemun
Graduated from the 0–6 course at the Mikhailova Montessori School in
Saint Petersburg and worked there for five years.
She now brings her warmth, sensitivity, and experience to our kindergarten team.
Saint Petersburg and worked there for five years.
She now brings her warmth, sensitivity, and experience to our kindergarten team.
Bojana Stefanović
Preschool Preparation Teacher, Montessori Assistant (3–6 “Summer”, Zemun), Language Environment Curator
Bojana combines deep knowledge of Serbian and English with the
Montessori approach, making learning both effective and engaging.
She is also a caring and attentive educator.
Montessori approach, making learning both effective and engaging.
She is also a caring and attentive educator.
Ana Radovanović
English Language Teacher
Has been teaching children and adults for over 8 years.
A creative educator who gently guides children into the world of English.
Ana has dedicated her entire life to working with children.
A creative educator who gently guides children into the world of English.
Ana has dedicated her entire life to working with children.
Nataša Šijačić
English-Speaking Assistant (1.5–3 “Peas” Group, Zemun)
A very caring educator, completed the Montessori course at our
center with great results.
She introduces children to the English-speaking world surrounding them with warmth and daily care.
center with great results.
She introduces children to the English-speaking world surrounding them with warmth and daily care.
Мадина Киш
English Language Teacher, Head of the English Club
In addition to her excellent English (TEFL certificate), Madina is
also a qualified Montessori guide, which allows her to make language
learning deeper, more natural, and more effective.
also a qualified Montessori guide, which allows her to make language
learning deeper, more natural, and more effective.
Anton Panasenkov
Artist and Sculptor, Creative Workshop Leader
Graduate of the Sverdlovsk Art College, a master of working with clay.
His classes are truly loved by our children.
His classes are truly loved by our children.
Svetlana Reim
Music Teacher
A musician with exceptional talent and conservatory training. Svetlana
is an opera singer with a magical voice.
She creates engaging lessons that captivate even the oldest children
and regularly continues her training in Orff pedagogy.
is an opera singer with a magical voice.
She creates engaging lessons that captivate even the oldest children
and regularly continues her training in Orff pedagogy.
Tatiana Kapatsin
Dance and Visual Culture Teacher
Graduate of the National Pedagogical University named after M. P.
Dragomanov in Kyiv.
Founder of a children’s choreographic ensemble where she worked for 20 years.
Tatiana is a teacher of exceptional talent and unique charisma—thanks
to her, children discover the world of classical dance.
Dragomanov in Kyiv.
Founder of a children’s choreographic ensemble where she worked for 20 years.
Tatiana is a teacher of exceptional talent and unique charisma—thanks
to her, children discover the world of classical dance.
Galina Smorodina
Zemun Campus Coordinator
Qualified Montessori guide (0–3 and 3–6). Galina ensures the
high-quality work of all groups at the “Tochka Opory Zemun” campus.
A talented and competent educator and administrator, highly skilled in
supporting the social development of both children and adults.
high-quality work of all groups at the “Tochka Opory Zemun” campus.
A talented and competent educator and administrator, highly skilled in
supporting the social development of both children and adults.
Anna Platonova
Vračar Campus Coordinator
Our talented, energetic, and highly multitasking administrator who
truly understands and values the Montessori method.
Administrator, substitute teacher, decorator, source of positivity,
and pillar of reliability — all in one. A mother, manager, and top-level assistant!
truly understands and values the Montessori method.
Administrator, substitute teacher, decorator, source of positivity,
and pillar of reliability — all in one. A mother, manager, and top-level assistant!
Daria Azarova
Speech Therapist, Special Education Teacher, Nutrition Specialist
Our wonderful speech therapist. She runs a medical speech therapy
practice based at a regenerative medicine clinic in Zemun, working
with both children and adults.
She also works online with bilingual children all over the world.
practice based at a regenerative medicine clinic in Zemun, working
with both children and adults.
She also works online with bilingual children all over the world.
Sergey Savelyev
Facilities and Catering Support
Thanks to Sergey, our kindergarten is always well-organized, and the
kitchen is kept perfectly clean — everything is in safe and reliable
hands.
kitchen is kept perfectly clean — everything is in safe and reliable
hands.
Organizers and Teachers
«stepping stone» comes from St. Petersburg
(Discounts are not cumulative. The highest applicable discount is applied to the lower-priced group)
– 10% for the second child in the family – 15% for the third child in the family
3–6 Years Group
€480 per month — Zemun
€550 per month — Vračar
€550 per month — Vračar
1.5–3 Years Group
€500 per month — Zemun
€520 per month — Vračar
€520 per month — Vračar
Sibling discounts:
fees
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