About Paideia Nova
Rooted in human dignity,
growing through education,
reaching toward a more conscious world.
Paideia Nova
At the heart of our name lies a timeless ideal.
In ancient Greek, paideia (παιδεία) referred to the holistic formation of the human being: the cultivation of the body, mind, spirit, and character. It was not limited to instruction or technical knowledge, but embraced the full development of the person toward wisdom, virtue, and the conscious participation in the life of humanity.
This vision resonates profoundly with our work.
Paideia Nova exists to nurture the awakening of human nature, to honor the potential inherent in each individual, and to support its unfolding through education, exploration, and meaningful growth.
We believe that true education is an act of cultivation: a quiet, steady tending of the innate forces that shape human beings into fully realized contributors to a harmonious and vibrant world.
Through training, writing, consulting, and creative initiatives, Paideia Nova strives to create environments, experiences, and pathways that foster this awakening.
Guided by a respect for human dignity, an openness to wonder, and a dedication to excellence, we aim to participate in the timeless endeavor of human flourishing.
Striving for the Awakening of Human Nature.
There is in each of us
a seed that remembers
the curve of light on the margin of a leaf,
the silent wisdom of water,
the unfinished dreams of history.
Education is not a sum, but a hum;
A rhythmic unfolding
Of what already knows the music.
Allan Nguyen
Allan Nguyen is the founder of Paideia Nova and an AMI 6–12 trainer with over 17 years of experience with children in Montessori education. Originally from Geneva, Switzerland, he has worked with children, guides, and communities across Europe, Canada, the United States, Panama, Africa, and the Pacific.
Trained first as an IT Manager and Developer, Allan later turned toward Montessori after a deep personal shift. Since earning his AMI elementary diploma in 2007, and more recently his 3–6 diploma, he has dedicated his work to preparing adults who serve children with clarity, humility, and purpose.
At the heart of Allan’s work is a belief that education is an act of love and alignment. Through Paideia Nova, he supports the unfolding of human potential by offering training, mentorship, and reflection rooted in spiritual preparation, cultural awareness, and a global perspective.
