Newmarket, Markham, Aurora & Richmond Hill Montessori Schools (& Montessori Throughout the York Region)
Montessori schools in Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Aurora and the rest of the York Region follow the original Montessori teaching method and philosophy. If a school is accredited by the CCMA they must adhere to regulations that ensure they are an "authentic Montessori school." If they are not accredited, parents will need to determine the degree to which they follow Maria Montessori's original teachings and can thus be called a Montessori school (Montessori being a non-copyrighted term).
Markham is the fourth largest community within the Greater Toronto Area. There are several excellent Montessori schools in this region. Students at these schools enjoy an educational experience that encourages and fosters respect for oneself and others, honesty, collaboration, empathy and a love of learning.
Aurora Montessori School offers Montessori education of a high academic standard from pre-school to high school. Century Montessori Schools has experienced Montessori teachers providing half-day preschool programs for children of 2 to 4 years old. The Progressive Montessori Academy offer daily French classes and low student-to-teacher ratios.
A note about Montessori class sizes
Class sizes in Montessori are often larger than public schools and other private schools. Montessori schools do not proclaim the advantages of small class sizes. Many Montessori classes integrate children of different ages. The Montessori method focuses on the way a large classroom facilitates more social interaction among children of different ages, children's peer teaching abilities and more learning experiences for both older and younger children.
The classroom environment instills more confidence and independence among children at Montessori schools.
Listed below are Markham Montessori Schools and other schools in nearby Newmarket, Markham, Aurora & Richmond Hill.
