LEAN ADMINISTRATION TOOLKIT

Running a Montessori school means wearing a lot of hats – and switching between them quickly. One minute you’re supporting a teacher. The next, you’re answering parent emails or tracking down enrollment paperwork.

Even the most mission-driven leaders can get stuck in reactive mode when admin systems aren’t running smoothly. That’s where the Lean Administration Toolkit comes in.

This free resource is designed to help you:

• Notice where time and energy are being wasted

• Make small, meaningful improvements that add up

• Bring your team into the process of continuous improvement

You don’t need to overhaul everything. Start with one recurring frustration, observe it closely, and make a simple change. That’s Lean thinking, and it aligns beautifully with Montessori leadership.

What’s Inside:

This toolkit includes access to a free 1 hour recording on running a Lean Administration, as well as 13 printable pages and guiding prompts to help you:

• Spot hidden inefficiencies using real-life examples from Montessori schools

• Reflect on daily friction points with your team

• Brainstorm and test small fixes that make a big impact

• Document smoother workflows so everyone’s on the same page

You’ll find:

• A Lean observation worksheet

• Tips for applying Lean without burning out

• A guide to the 8 types of administrative waste

• Templates for mapping and improving processes

• A “Friction Point Fix-It” planner

• Progress reflection tools

• and more!

Whether you’re a solo administrator or leading a full team, these tools can help you create systems that work better—for everyone.