The Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) was founded by Dr. Maria Montessori in 1929, along with her son, Mario Montessori. The AMI is the pedagogical body that directs and supervises over 60 AMI training centres around the world. Based out of its head office in Amsterdam, the AMI is the only Montessori teacher training organization to issue a diploma to its graduates bearing Dr. Montessori’s signature. The AMI diploma is recognized globally, meaning AMI graduates are qualified to work in Montessori schools all over the world. The AMI is entrusted with ensuring that Dr. Montessori’s educational guidelines and standards are upheld.