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The AMS Code of Ethics

We at the American Montessori Society hold ourselves to high ethical standards, and act in accordance to our commitment to build a more just and equitable world by adhering to the following principles. It is our hope and intention that the members of our organization, as advocates, ambassadors, and practitioners of the Montessori model of education, do the same.

PRINCIPLE I – Commitment to the Learner and Families

Montessori professionals are advocates for Peace Education, and in this work treat all learners with fairness and equity, striving to support development of the individual through community

In fulfilling these goals, the Montessori professional:

  • Encourages independent action in the pursuit of learning.
  • Provides equitable access to participation in educational programs for all individuals.
  • Protects the health, safety, and well-being of learners.
  • Maintains confidentiality of protected information, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.

PRINCIPLE II – Commitment to Public Trust

Montessori professionals uphold the public trust placed in the Montessori profession by acting with honesty, integrity, and professionalism in their communications, conduct, and representation of Montessori education.

In fulfilling these goals, the Montessori professional:

  • Honors professional commitments, whether made in verbal or written agreements.
  • Represents their own professional qualifications, as well as their organizational status & affiliations, with honesty, clarity, and true intent.
  • Upholds values consistent with those of the American Montessori Society: Community, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Respect.
  • Distinguishes personal opinions from the official positions of the American Montessori Society when representing the organization publicly.

PRINCIPLE III – Commitment to the Profession

Montessori professionals value integrity and support others in the community across the diverse roles and responsibilities required to grow and sustain the profession.

In fulfilling these goals, the Montessori professional:

  • Extends just and equitable treatment to all members of the Montessori community.
  • Applies for, accepts, offers, recommends, and assigns positions and responsibilities based on established qualifications.
  • Uses honest and effective methods of administering duties and conducting business.
  • Respects the rights, responsibilities, and contributions of colleagues within the profession, and upholds the ethical stewardship of authority, particularly in supervisory, leadership, or mentor relationships.

As American Montessori Society members, we pledge to conduct ourselves, professionally and personally, in ways that will reflect our respect for each other and for the community we serve. We will do whatever is within our talents and capacity to protect the right of each learner to have the freedom and opportunity to develop their full potential. AMS requires that all members, schools, and teacher education programs agree to comply with the AMS Code of Ethics, which is presented as a framework for self-reflection and collective accountability

Version History:

● Adopted by the AMS Board of Directors, October 1969
● Revised: June 1975, October 2008, June 2026