The Trustee For Melbourne Montessori School Foundation
The Trustee For Melbourne Montessori School Foundation is a registered Australian public ancillary fund and deductible gift recipient (DGR)[4] established to support Melbourne Montessori School. Governed by the trustee entity Melbourne Montessori School Foundation Limited[3], its primary purpose is to provide financial assistance, including scholarships, to families in need and to enhance educational opportunities at the school[2].

Structure and Governance
The foundation operates under a trustee model, with oversight responsibilities managed by a board committed to strategic decision-making and stewardship. While specific details of board membership are not publicly disclosed, governance principles align with Montessori educational philosophy, emphasizing long-term institutional sustainability and community-wide benefit[^1^][^2^]. The trustee ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, including financial reporting to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)[1].

Activities and Impact
The foundation focuses on scholarship programs, enabling access to Montessori education for students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. These initiatives are designed to uphold the school’s commitment to inclusivity and educational equity[2]. Financial statements indicate adherence to not-for-profit standards, with funds allocated to operational support and community-oriented projects[3].

[^1^]: Based on general Montessori governance principles as outlined in comparable organizational frameworks.
[^2^]: Descriptions of activities derived from ACNC documentation[2].

Note: Specific references to the foundation’s exact governance model or current trustees are not publicly detailed in available sources.

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[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/a3b8bce4-2daf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/a3b8bce4-2daf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd/documents/e30907d0-25f8-ec11-82e7-002248944339 [3] https://acncpubfilesprodstorage.blob.core.windows.net/public/a3b8bce4-2daf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd-d464350c-72c7-4fa3-87d4-8e179b862dc1-Financial%20Report-faa4ebe7-0e05-ee11-8f6e-002248935564-Melbourne_Montessori_School_Foundation_-_31_Dec_2022_-_Financial_statements-Signed.pdf [4] https://abr.business.gov.au/ABN/View/86195206831 [5] https://www.montessori.org/imc-leadership-series-the-montessori-board/