【Happiness Montessori Workshop 2026 vol.1 Application Acceptance Begins】

i-Links Co., Ltd., a group company of Sanwa Holdings Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City; Representative Director and President: Shingo Ishii), which operates company-led and unauthorized childcare centers "Happiness Nursery Group," has begun accepting applications for "Happiness Montessori Workshop 2026 vol.1" as an initiative to deepen the practice and learning of Montessori education. This workshop is a one-day practical program focusing on the "environment" and "adult's role" to maximize the growth of children aged 0 to 6. Apply here ■ Background At Happiness Nursery Group, AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) diploma holders are present in each nursery, practicing Montessori education in their respective settings. However, precisely because it is a highly specialized field of study, practices at each site tend to become individualized, creating a need for "horizontal connections" and "learning opportunities." Against this backdrop, "Happiness Montessori Lab" was established to provide a place where childcare professionals can continue to learn together and share their practices without feeling isolated, leading to the organization of this workshop. Happiness Nursery HP ■ Workshop Overview Annual Theme: What is an environment tailored to age and developmental needs? Children aged 6 and under have significantly different environmental needs depending on their developmental stage. In this workshop, based on the practices implemented at Happiness Nursery Group, participants will experientially learn about specific interactions and preparations that support children's growth. From pre-birth to walking

・Introduction to Montessori Education ・Days until birth and environment creation ・Understanding the mother-child symbiotic period ・Birth interview demonstration (Preparation of mind, body, and environment for welcoming a baby) ・About NIDO (Montessori environment for 0-year-olds) ・Process and assistance for weaning ・Interactions that promote development up to walking ・Effective communication with children (demonstration) ・Group discussion ・Q&A *Includes presentations by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) diploma holders. ■ Event Details Date & Time June 7, 2026 (Sunday) 9:00-16:00 Venue Happiness Nursery Hirao Village (2-4-8-2F Hirao, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City) Capacity 5 people (*Other staff will also participate, with an estimated total of about 40 people) Fee 16,500 JPY (tax included) *Includes materials, lunch, tea, snacks, and online community participation fee What to bring Writing tools, binder or clipboard, drinks *There will be many times when you will be taking notes while standing. ■ Application [Application Period] April 30, 2026 (Thursday) - May 15, 2026 (Friday) [Application Form] https://forms.gle/3EK2eCfa6uUUAhKs7 Apply here ■ Organizer Happiness Montessori Lab (i-Links Co., Ltd. Oyako Mirai Business Division) ■ Future Outlook Happiness Montessori Lab plans to continue providing ongoing learning opportunities by setting themes according to age and developmental stages. Through this initiative, we aim not only to enhance the expertise of individual childcare professionals but also to improve the quality of the environment that supports children's growth, and further provide value to parents and the local community.