A Montessori-inspired space helps children participate in everyday life independently. Thoughtful choices can make a home or learning space calmer and more inviting for purposeful play.

Make Essentials Easy to Reach

Place a selection of toys, books and items on low, open shelves. Give each item a home so children can choose, use and return it with less help.

Use child-sized tables and chairs
Keep shelves uncluttered
Rotate activities as interests change

Choose Materials with Purpose

Wooden blocks, puzzles, stacking toys and pretend-play pieces can encourage varied, open-ended play. Choose age-appropriate items that encourage exploration, coordination and problem-solving at each child’s own pace.

Create Calm and Order

Use baskets, trays and defined activity areas to reduce visual clutter. Keep pathways open and adapt the arrangement as the child grows.

Choose natural, durable materials
Keep pathways open and clutter low
Adapt the space as your child grows

Bubs & Mums offers carefully selected wooden toys, child-sized furniture, storage and preschool furniture for practical Montessori-inspired spaces. Explore the range online at bubsandmums.com.au.