FoM no longer funds teachers’ salaries on a regular basis but sometimes financially supports community preschool teachers while they build up the numbers of children in their school. The government pays salaries once the school  has a minimum of 25 children signed up. FoM covers the costs of outreach work in the community visiting and talking with parents. FoM also funds regular teacher training particularly around the Montessori Method. The education authorities value the practical basis of Montessori education and say how well it prepares the children for the transition to primary school. Teachers mention how important it is for the children to be independent in their learning, choosing the materials they wish to work with. Parents say how calm the children are and how much more organised they are at home.
It is clear from feedback that the children have learnt to adapt their lessons in the classroom to everyday life. This has been a huge success as it helps the children to live sustainably.