Tina Brown

Tina Brown is the Vice President of the Board at Montessori Canada and the Executive Director of Montessori Academy of London, where she has been a cornerstone of the school’s growth for over two decades. Tina’s journey in Montessori education has been rich and varied, starting as a Casa classroom teacher and eventually leading the school’s Fundraising and Admissions departments. As a parent and now an Alumni parent, she brings a unique, well-rounded perspective to her role as Executive Director. Tina’s broad experience in teaching, administration, and school leadership has allowed her to deeply understand how Montessori schools function, from the inside out.

Tina’s connection to Montessori education is deeply rooted in its holistic approach to child development and the thoughtfully designed materials that inspire a love of learning. She is especially drawn to the philosophy’s mission of fostering compassion, self-directed growth, and independence. Tina’s favourite aspect of the Montessori philosophy aligns with her school’s mission: cultivating experiences that inspire compassion and a lifelong love of learning. Her proudest moment came when a former student, who had participated in the Montessori Model United Nations program in Junior High, went on to work for the United Nations and even published a photo story for UN Peacekeeping. This is just one example of how a Montessori education has a lasting impact.

What inspires Tina most about her work is observing the students in action, from inside the classroom to out on a field excursion, and seeing their enthusiasm for learning shine through. Outside of her work in Montessori, Tina is also passionate about serving the Type One Diabetes community, actively facilitating programs and serving on the board for Connected in Motion. For Tina, the mind-body connection is key to her well-being, which is why she finds great joy in practicing hot yoga and spending time outdoors. Whether it’s the inner peace from yoga or the beauty of nature, Tina draws energy from these activities to continue serving others. If she were to choose a Montessori material to represent her personality, it would be the Trinomial Cube. Like the material’s complexity, Tina’s work involves many layers and varying challenges, but it is only through the collective effort of the staff and faculty, working in harmony, that the school community thrives.