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On this page, we cover Montessori middle schools in Canada. This includes schools in Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Pickering, and Scarborough, Ontario, and across Canada.
For a more detailed guide to Montessori education, including a discussion of Montessori philosophy, theory, and curricular approaches, check out our introductory guide.
Montessori middle schools (or junior high schools) include kids aged 12 to 14, the equivalent of grades 7 and 8 in most schools. There are quite a few Montessori middle schools in Canada (though not as many as there are elementary or preschools). These schools vary in terms of their approach, philosophy, learning environment, and program offerings. The schools listed below reflect this diversity. They can be filtered for a wide range of features.
| School Name | Type | Approach | Cost | ||
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Hillfield Strathallan College (est. 1901)
Established in 1901, Hillfield Strathallan College is one of Canada’s leading co-educational independent schools, offering academic programs from Montessori Toddler and Pre-K to Grade 12, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. [View profile] |
| $8,213 to $50,230 | ||
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Tall Pines School (est. 1987)
Tall Pines School in Brampton provides enhanced Montessori and traditional classes from Infant to Grade Eight, is the longest accredited CCMA Montessori school in Canada, and is a leader in 21st Century education. [View profile] |
| $14,970 to $19,970 | ||
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TMS (est. 1961)
TMS is a leading, accredited independent school that offers a unique design of Montessori and International Baccalaureate programmes. Our students thrive in academics while building a foundation of Significance. [View profile] |
| $17,485 to $31,350 | ||
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Clanmore Montessori School (est. 1997)
Clanmore is one of the few schools offering authentic Montessori programming from Toddler - Middle School. Our culture is warm and inviting and our philosophy empowers us to support each child as a unique individual. [View profile] |
| $8,925 to $18,900 | ||
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Northstar Montessori Private School (est. 1996)
Northstar Montessori offers an authentic Montessori curriculum for Toddler age to Grade 8. Our goal is to develop strong character and contributing citizens who understand that their involvement makes a difference. [View profile] |
| $9,800 to $15,400 | ||
Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS) (est. 1969)
RMS is an award-winning progressive private school. Our structured enriched programme cultivates character, leadership, respect and cultural diversity while developing each child’s 21st century skills and a STEM mindset. [View profile] |
| $7,900 to $14,600 | |||
Ellington Montessori School (est. 1990)
Ellington Montessori School offers small class sizes and individualized programs from pre-school to grade eight. Our holistic approach to education helps prepare students for success in today's rapidly changing world. [View profile] |
| $8,750 to $15,300 | |||
OMS Montessori (est. 1966)
OMS Montessori is a non for profit, independent school offering separate French and English programs within a world class Montessori environment. [View profile] |
| Orthodox | $12,864 to $21,384 | ||
The Element High School (est. 2003)
The Element nurtures focused, engaged and internally motivated students who strive to do their best. The Element High School provides conditions that will put youth ‘in their element,’ in school and beyond. [View profile] |
| $17,208 to $18,840 | |||
Century Private School (est. 1994)
Century Private School in Richmond Hill runs from preschool to grade twelve, with small class ratio to ensure best learning for our students. [View profile] |
| $16,550 to $26,800 | |||
Rotherglen School - Oakville (est. 1979)
Rotherglen School - OAKVILLE offers programs for students age 4 to grade eight. The average class size is 18 students. [View profile] |
| $14,700 to $24,000 | |||
Dearcroft Montessori School (est. 1968)
Offering Montessori programs from Toddler to Grade 8, Dearcroft is accredited by CCMA and staffed by dedicated teachers. [View profile] |
| $9,600 to $23,000 | |||
Avalon Children's Montessori School (est. 2000)
Our objective is to guide children with respect and understanding, developing in them a love of learning. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment full of intellectual, social and moral learning and development. [View profile] |
| Moderately orthodox | $7,115 to $22,275 | ||
Richmond Hill Montessori Private School (est. 1986)
Richmond Hill Montessori Private School offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 20 students. [View profile] |
| $23,000 to $25,000 | |||
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering (est. 1984)
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering is a non denominational, inclusive school that offers programs from Pre-school to Grade eight. We acknowledge and celebrate religious and cultural events as part of our cultural program. [View profile] |
| $9,000 to $13,000 | |||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga (est. 1979)
Rotherglen School - MISSISSAUGA is a montessori school that offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. The average class size is 18 students. [View profile] |
| $7,800 to $17,900 | |||
J. Addison School (est. 2002)
Since 2002, J. Addison has provided a stimulating education for students. Located at the corner of Woodbine and Valleywood Drive in Markham, ON, Canada, you will find our state-of-the-art 58,000 sq. ft. facility. [View profile] |
| $15,000 to $42,450 | |||
Wishing Well Schools (est. 1978)
Wishing Well Schools has an academically advanced program from 18 months to Grade 8. Montessori program from 18 months to 6 years old, accelerated academic program from Grade 1 to 8 with 21st c. teaching and learning. [View profile] |
| $13,600 to $14,500 | |||
Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S. (est. 1984)
At G.B.MS, D.E.P.S and Durham Academy Secondary school focus is on each individual student and helping them meet their unique potential and goals. We believe in excellent customer service and families have a voice. Throughout the year we enhance our programs through program enhancement and enrichment. We also offer March Break and Summer Camps for working parents. [View profile] |
| $9,700 to $11,500 | |||
Meadow Green Academy (est. 1995)
Meadow Green Academy offers programs from pre-school to grade eight in Mississauga. Its average class size is 12 students. [View profile] |
| $9,050 to $15,990 | |||
Toronto French Montessori (est. 2000)
Toronto French Montessori offers French and English programs from pre-school to grade 8 in York Region. Its average class size is 15 students. [View profile] |
| Orthodox | $7,782 to $15,396 | ||
Town Centre Private Schools (est. 1986)
Located in Markham, Ontario, Town Centre Private Schools is an International Baccalaureate® World School and offers a Montessori Pre-School program as well as an IB Elementary School and IB High School. [View profile] |
| $5,450 to $16,900 | |||
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School (est. 1983)
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a Christian Montessori school in Ottawa, Ontario, with classes from Infants to grade eight. [View profile] |
| $12,575 to $20,215 | |||
Cedar Ridge High School (est. 2016)
Cedar Ridge High School is an independent high school, grades 7 to 12, in Kanata, Ontario. Our school offers an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a focus on leadership, innovation, student engagement and academics. [View profile] |
| $17,500 | |||
Humberside Montessori School (est. 1987)
Humberside Montessori Schools a montessori private school in Toronto. It offers programs from nursery to grade eight. [View profile] |
| $9,200 to $15,400 | |||
Guiding Light Academy (est. 2007)
Guiding Light Academy is a Catholic private elementary school in Streetsville, Mississauga. We offer an enriched curriculum for JK, SK and Grades 1 to 8. We are located just minutes away from the Streetsville Go Station. [View profile] |
| $9,500 | |||
A.I.S. School (est. 2016)
AIS Montessori & Elementary School offers authentic Chinese Immersion program in GTA area.Its average class is 15 students. [View profile] |
| $10,000 to $25,000 | |||
Sunrise Montessori School (est. 1988)
Our curriculum are designed to build essential skills and concepts that help with the cognitive, social, creative, emotional, and physical development of your child with the aim to be a successful learner for life! [View profile] |
| $10,500 to $16,500 | |||
Hatch House Montessori School (est. 2005)
The Hatch House Montessori School is a very child centered school where each student is respected for his/her uniqueness and is taught accordingly. Ask about our unique, fully bilingual elementary program. [View profile] |
| $9,950 to $14,000 | |||
Clear Water Academy (est. 1995)
A Catholic school that goes beyond academics to help our students realize and use their talents to their fullest potential, in order to become all that God has created them to be. Open to families of all faiths. [View profile] |
| $7,900 to $21,000 | |||
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School (est. 1990)
Cornerstone students love to shape the future. They INSPIRE learning, DISCOVER their potential, EMPOWER themselves to be innovative citizens. Our boundless learning strategies open doors for successful learning. [View profile] |
| $13,750 to $24,000 | |||
Montessori Jewish Day School (est. 2000)
MJDS inspires a lifetime love for learning in a nurturing environment that fosters respect for oneself, the community and the world, guided by the shared values of Judaism and Montessori education. [View profile] |
| $8,875 to $18,400 | |||
Country Garden Montessori Academy (est. 1995)
Situated on seven acres of rolling parkland and gardens, Country Garden Montessori Academy in Newmarket is a co-ed private day school for students in grades PS-12. The school provides a family atmosphere and is committed the intellectual growth and emotional well-being of students. [View profile] |
| $7,600 to $25,900 | |||
St. Peter's ACHS College School (est. 1990)
St. Peter's ACHS College School in Amherstburg, Ont. is a day/residency school for boys grades 1-8 who love Sports and the Outdoors. Tuition starts at $8,900. and is a member of OFIS. We put "FUN" back into learning. [View profile] |
| $8,500 to $29,000 | |||
Wheatley School (est. 1986)
We provide students with opportunities to explore real-world concepts and issues, broadening their sense of responsibility, develop their critical thinking skills, and empower them to take action in a global community. [View profile] |
| $6,550 to $14,050 | |||
Braemar House School (est. 1996)
Braemar House School is a not-for-profit elementary school that proves each day that children thrive in a nurturing environment that offers personalized attention. [View profile] |
| Moderately orthodox | $13,357 | ||
Unionville Montessori Private Schools (est. 1987)
UMS offers year advanced programs from pre-school to grade eight. Our hallmark is a clear focus on high expectations blending academic success with the character development of the individual child. [View profile] |
| $8,000 to $15,250 | |||
Esprit Academy (est. 2020)
Esprit Academy is a community and environment that cultivates independence and lifelong learning through individualized experiences that integrates and connects knowledge and skills. [View profile] |
| $22,500 | |||
The Clover School (est. 1996)
Our innovative curriculum combines Montessori essentials with heart-centred learning practices designed to nurture the mind, heart, health, and soul of each child. [View profile] |
| $18,810 to $22,100 | |||
Trillium School (est. 1991)
Trillium School is a private school that offers programs from pre-school to grade twelve in Markham with Montessori-based kindergarten. [View profile] |
| $7,600 to $41,500 | |||
Aurora Montessori School (est. 1989)
Aurora Montessori offers an extensive, enriched program for day students to Grade 8 including an Outdoor Ed. Program, an option of an OSSD credit in Grade 9 Academic Math and a bridge to elite private high schools. [View profile] |
| $10,900 to $18,350 |
Some schools aren't Montessori schools, but use a Montessori approach for their preschool or daycare program. This approach gives young learners plenty of freedom to choose tasks and activities that interest them, which promotes their independence and confidence. It also strongly emphasizes concrete learning, where children work with lots of hands-on materials, and do practical life activities. Children usually work independently or in small groups in these programs.
| School Name | Type | Approach | Cost | ||
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Bond Academy (est. 1978)
Bond Academy is a private, co-educational, non-denominational independent school with students from Montessori Casa to Grade 12. [View profile] |
| $13,000 to $16,000 | |||
Peel Montessori Private School (est. 1992)
Peel Montessori School and Carrington College students are encouraged to be engaged, inquisitive learners who think for themselves, display strengthen of character, and learn to succeed on their own merits. [View profile] |
| $8,500 to $18,500 | |||
Ashwood Glen (est. 2019)
Ashwood Glen offers a Montessori program for children aged 18months - 6 yrs. The Grades 1 - 8 Learning Program applies the IB framework to extend the learning outcomes of the Ontario curriculum. [View profile] |
| $14,000 to $20,000 | |||
Somerset Academy (est. 1990)
Established in 1974, Somerset Academy is an independent, not-for-profit private school that provides education to students in Grades 1 to 8. Somerset Academy has an average class size of 10 to 18 students. [View profile] |
| $12,550 to $14,300 | |||
Summit West Independent School (est. 2015)
An independent school that offers an individualized self-directed learning approach for tomorrow's leaders. Bursary programs available to qualified applicants. JK to Grade 12, Alberta Curriculum. [View profile] |
| $9,250 to $10,975 |
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| School name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
TMS | September 29, 2020 9:30 am | |
Ashwood Glen | September 30, 2020 10:00 am | |
TMS | October 01, 2020 9:30 am | |
Clear Water Academy | October 03, 2020 10:00 am | CWA St. Thomas More Hall 3910 Quesnay Wood Dr. SW Calgary AB T3E 8G1 |
Clear Water Academy | October 03, 2020 11:30 am | CWA St. Thomas More Hall 3910 Quesnay Wood Dr. SW Calgary AB T3E 8G1 |
Ashwood Glen | October 07, 2020 11:00 am | |
Ashwood Glen | October 14, 2020 11:00 am | |
Clear Water Academy | October 14, 2020 7:00 pm | |
TMS | October 20, 2020 9:30 am | |
Ashwood Glen | October 21, 2020 10:00 am | |
TMS | October 22, 2020 9:30 am | |
Ashwood Glen | October 28, 2020 11:00 am | |
TMS | November 03, 2020 9:30 am | |
TMS | November 05, 2020 9:30 am | |
TMS | November 10, 2020 9:30 am | |
TMS | November 12, 2020 9:30 am | |
TMS | November 24, 2020 9:30 am | |
TMS | November 26, 2020 9:30 am | |
Northstar Montessori Private School | November 28, 2020 10:00 am | Northstar Montessori 4900 Tomken Rd. Mississauga Ontario L4W1J8 |
Northstar Montessori Private School | January 23, 2021 10:00 am | Northstar Montessori 4900 Tomken Rd. Mississauga Ontario L4W1J8 |
Northstar Montessori Private School | February 06, 2021 10:00 am | Northstar Montessori 4900 Tomken Rd. Mississauga Ontario L4W1J8 |
The cost of Montessori middle schools tends to be lower than the cost of other private middle schools. In fact, Montessori schools are usually on the lower side of private school tuition in general. Private school tuition can range from $5,000 to over $30,000 per year.
Some Montessori middle schools offer needs-based financial aid, such as bursaries or tuition relief. Some offer merit-based financial aid, namely, scholarships. Check out our financial aid guide for more on these options.
Below, you’ll find the range of costs for Montessori middle schools:
| Tuition (day school) | Students receiving financial aid | Grade eligibility for financial aid | Avg. aid package size (annual) | |
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Hillfield Strathallan College | $16,428 to $28,775 | 10% | JK - 12 | $4,500 |
TMS | $25,700 to $31,350 | K - 12 | ||
Somerset Academy | $13,200 | 5% | 1 - 8 | |
Ellington Montessori School | $7,900 to $14,000 | 5% | 1 - 8 | $3,000 |
OMS Montessori | $14,664 to $21,384 | 10% | Nursery/Toddler - 6 | $2,500 |
The Element High School | $17,448 | |||
Summit West Independent School | $8,925 to $10,750 | 20% | JK - 12 | $3,000 |
Avalon Children's Montessori School | $13,100 to $20,400 | 5% | 1 - 8 | $10,000 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | $13,760 to $16,170 | Nursery/Toddler - 8 | ||
Clear Water Academy | $13,950 to $21,000 | 10% | 1 - 12 | $5,000 |
Montessori Jewish Day School | $15,250 to $18,400 | 25% | Preschool - 8 | $5,000 |
St. Peter's ACHS College School | $11,400 | 35% | 1 - 8 | $6,000 |
Aurora Montessori School | 7% | Preschool - 8 | $1,000 |
Primary curriculum | Secondary curriculum | Curriculum pace | Academic culture | Average class size | Language immersion | Special needs support | Tech integration |
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Bond Academy | Liberal Arts | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 10 to 15 | Full-time Dedicated Class | Medium integration | ||
Hillfield Strathallan College | Traditional | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 16 to 20 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Tall Pines School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 15 to 18 | No support | Light integration | ||
TMS | Montessori | International Baccalaureate | Student-paced | Rigorous | No support | |||
Clanmore Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Light integration | |||
Northstar Montessori Private School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Heavy integration | |||
Peel Montessori Private School | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | |||
Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS) | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 8 to 18 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Ashwood Glen | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 10 to 16 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | |
Somerset Academy | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 13 to 18 | No support | |||
Ellington Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 15 to 24 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | ||
OMS Montessori | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 16 to 25 | Withdrawal Assistance | Light integration | ||
The Element High School | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | Indirect Support | Heavy integration | ||
Century Private School | Traditional | Montessori | Student-paced | Rigorous | 10 to 20 | No support | Light integration | |
Summit West Independent School | Progressive | Student-paced | Supportive | 13 to 15 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | ||
Dearcroft Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 10 to 20 | No support | Light integration | ||
Avalon Children's Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Medium integration | |||
Richmond Hill Montessori Private School | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 16 to 20 | No support | Medium integration | |
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | ||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | Light integration | |
J. Addison School | Traditional | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 8 to 15 | No support | Light integration | |
Wishing Well Schools | Progressive | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 10 to 18 | No support | Medium integration | |
Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S. | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 8 to 15 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | |
Meadow Green Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 12 | Resource Assistance | ||
Toronto French Montessori | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | No support | Medium integration | |||
Town Centre Private Schools | Montessori | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 15 to 24 | No support | ||
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | Withdrawal Assistance | Light integration | |||
Cedar Ridge High School | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 12 to 15 | Resource Assistance | ||
Humberside Montessori School | Montessori | No support | ||||||
Guiding Light Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 5 to 16 | No support | ||
A.I.S. School | Traditional | Montessori | 10 to 15 | No support | ||||
Sunrise Montessori School | Montessori | International Baccalaureate | Accelerated | Supportive | 10 to 24 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | |
Hatch House Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Light integration | |||
Clear Water Academy | Liberal Arts | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 16 to 18 | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration | |
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School | Liberal Arts | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 10 to 15 | No support | ||
Montessori Jewish Day School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 8 to 24 | Indirect Support | Light integration | ||
Country Garden Montessori Academy | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 10 to 15 | No support | |||
St. Peter's ACHS College School | Traditional | Montessori | Student-paced | Rigorous | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Wheatley School | Montessori | International Baccalaureate | Student-paced | Supportive | 15 to 18 | Indirect Support | ||
Braemar House School | Traditional | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Unionville Montessori Private Schools | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 18 to 24 | Withdrawal Assistance | Heavy integration | |
Esprit Academy | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | 3 to 12 | Special needs school | Heavy integration | ||
The Clover School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | Withdrawal Assistance | ||||
Trillium School | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | No support | Medium integration | ||
Aurora Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 15 to 24 | Partial Integration | Medium integration |
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Somerset Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
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OMS Montessori | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Century Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Dearcroft Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Avalon Children's Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Town Centre Private Schools | ||||||||||||||||||||
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Cedar Ridge High School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Humberside Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Hatch House Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Clear Water Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Country Garden Montessori Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
St. Peter's ACHS College School | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Trillium School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Aurora Montessori School |
Montessori middle schools have a unique approach and philosophy based on the insights of Maria Montessori. They have a lot of self-directed learning, interaction, and group projects. For more coverage of Montessori middle schools (not to mention preschools and elementary schools), see our main Montessori school guide.
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In Montessori middle schools, students do lots of independent and group work. They also often have some uninterrupted work time. During this time, they can work on tasks or projects, by themselves or with others. This is a hallmark of the Montessori method.
Montessori middle schools focus a lot on core academics, though. Montessori kids take math, science, languages, creative writing, and history, among other subjects. They may also work with modern-day technology. For instance, they may use computers, though usually only for research.
Middle schools start to prepare kids for high school, where they likely won’t be in a Montessori. Kids are given worksheets and start to practice note-taking. They may also be given some assignments and tests. They may not be graded on these, though.
Montessori middle schools are often a blend of standard Montessori education (including self-directed learning, group work, and student-to-student teaching) and traditional middle school education (including note-taking, assignments, and tests).
Some lectures are given, especially for difficult subjects such as math and science. More often, though, teachers give short lessons to small groups of students. Teachers also offer special guidance and support. They encourage students to take notes, and sometimes start to grade some of their assignments and tests.
Montessori students often work in groups to complete challenging projects. Older children help younger children with their work. This is a great way for both to reinforce their knowledge.
