Programs
Our school is separated into three stages: Pre-Casa, Casa, and Elementary.
Pre-Casa
Location
The East
Age Range
18 months to 3 years
Casa
Locations
All
Age Range
The East, West, & Bay: 3 to 6 years
Orillia: 4 to 6 years
Elementary
Locations
The Bay & Orillia
Age Range
Grades 1 to 8
The term “Casa” originates from the Italian term “Casa de Bambini,” or Children’s House. This allows the child ownership over their environment, as Montessori, by principle, is a child-centred approach to learning. Casa or Children’s House creates the sense of a warm home rather than a conventional classroom.
Our Montessori provides a rich, engaging, and supportive educational experience that prepares children not just academically, but as thoughtful, engaged citizens.
Our well-rounded curriculum covers topics ranging from collaboration to critical thinking and problem-solving.
Collaborative Environment
Students work in mixed-age classrooms, promoting collaboration, peer learning, and the development of leadership skills as they teach and support one another.
Independence & Responsibility
Students are free to make choices about their work, which fosters a sense of responsibility and independence – essential skills for their future. By giving children autonomy over their work, they are exercising the skills to prioritize their time and classroom responsibilities.
Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Our curriculum encourages inquiry and exploration, nurturing critical thinking and problem-solving skills as children engage in real-world projects such as organizing community-focused fundraisers.
Hands-On Learning
Our Montessori emphasizes experiential learning with materials that engage the senses, helping children grasp abstract concepts through tangible experiences.
Peace & Community
Our Montessori instills values of respect, empathy, and cooperation, helping children understand their role within their community and the importance of social responsibility. We supports children with the development of life skills including but not limited to effective and independent conflict resolution.
Tailored Learning
Our teachers or Directresses observe each child’s progress and tailor instruction to meet their individual needs, ensuring all students can thrive and feel successful.
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Programs
Music with Ms. Arianna
Ms. Arianna
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French with Madame Price & Madame Barb
Madame Barb and Madame Price provide comprehensive French lessons to our Casa and Elementary students at the Bay and Orillia campuses respectively.
Gym with Coach Shawn
Our gym programs are Playball and Physical Education. Playball is tailored to our Pre-Casa and Casa students, and our Physical Education program caters to the needs of our elementary-level students.
Yoga with Jill
Jill Palmer is a certified yoga instructor who offers movement and mindfulness education for children of all ages. Yoga with Jill is a seven-week program that runs indoors at the beginning of the winter semester. The program extends across all locations to meet the needs of our Pre-Casa, Casa, and Elementary students.
Veggie Growers with Giovanni
Giovanni Ferri, the founder of Canadian Veggie Grower, brings over 20 years of gardening expertise to his work. Passionate about inspiring people of all ages to grow their own organic food, Giovanni actively involves them in every step of the process—planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting their vegetables. Veggie Growers with Giovanni, is an engaging eight-week program designed for children, offering a mix of fun activities, educational materials, hands-on learning, and positive reinforcement.