About
Wendy Compson
Wendy Compson is a MCI qualified Montessori
trainer, lecturer and accreditor with over 30 years experience in Montessori Education.
She pioneered Montessori in the East of England, setting up Cherry Trees School, the first primary school that used the Montessori methodology for children up to the age of 10.
Wendy was Head Teacher and owner for 30 years, during which time she sat on the St Nicholas board of trustees before deciding her time was better spent inspiring practioners in settings.
Wendy’s wealth of experience has taken her all over the UK and to Europe, Asia and Africa, where she has mentored new and established educational settings.
Cherry Trees Montessori School
I founded Cherry Trees Montessori School in 1982 in my own home with only 3 children at a time when Montessori was emerging as a teaching method across the UK. 10 years later, and with 140 children enrolled, Cherry Trees was the largest Montessori school in Europe.
As the school grew, I qualified first as a St Nicholas course tutor running the regional training centre from the school premises, then later as an accreditor of Montessori Schools across the UK and worldwide.
Having spent over 30 years in the EYFS and primary classroom, I now divide my time between my roles as a Educational consultant and Montessori ambassador as well as enjoying the privilege of inspiring children through workshops and sessions delivered from premises at my own home.
I hold a BSc Hons in Natural History, Ecology & Conservation and a Masters degree in Education.
Just as importantly, I am a mother of 2 and grandmother of 4 so constantly on my toes!
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