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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Forest Hill Montessori School (est. 1996)
Conveniently located in Midtown Toronto, our Junior and Elementary campuses are a popular choice for families seeking exceptional childcare and the very best Montessori education for their children. [View profile] |
| $12,529 to $19,840 | ||
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Westside Montessori Academy (est. 2008)
Westside Montessori Academy, located at the Italian Cultural Centre in Vancouver offers a true Montessori education to children aged 2.5 to Grade 7. [View profile] |
| $5,175 to $11,000 | ||
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Clanmore Montessori School (est. 1997)
Clanmore Montessori School in southeast Oakville offers a full spectrum, co-ed Montessori program from Toddler to Middle School. Tuition starts at $8,250. CCMA accredited. Member Oakville Independent Schools. Licenced. [View profile] |
| $8,250 to $17,500 | ||
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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] |
| $16,608 to $18,288 | ||
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OMS Montessori (est. 1966)
OMS Montessori is an alternative private school that offers programs from 18 months to High School (The Element High School). [View profile] |
| Orthodox | $12,480 to $20,760 | |
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Alive Montessori & Private School (est. 2014)
NOW WITH LICENSED DAYCARE! Bring your child for a free trial to let him or her experience the difference. Don't be surprised if he or she doesn't want to go home at the end of the day! [View profile] |
| $14,500 to $15,500 | ||
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Richmond Hill Montessori & Elementary Private School (est. 1986)
Richmond Hill Montessori & Elementary Private School offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 20 students. [View profile] |
| $20,000 to $21,000 | ||
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Toronto French Montessori (est. 2000)
Toronto French Montessori offers programs from pre-school to grade eight in North York. Its average class size is 15 students. [View profile] |
| Orthodox | $7,620 to $15,704 | |
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TMS (est. 1961)
Internationally recognized since 1961,TMS is the leading university preparatory school in Richmond Hill with Montessori & IB frameworks that provide students with the foundation for a life of goodness & excellence. [View profile] |
| $16,750 to $29,000 | ||
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 | |||
Peel Montessori Private School (est. 1992)
Peel Montessori School offers an enriched, personalized program. Emphasis is on strong academics, and the development of personal excellence (leadership skills, creativity) in a supportive, family-like environment. [View profile] |
| $7,500 to $16,500 | |||
Century Private School (est. 1994)
Century Montessori Schools in Richmond Hill runs from preschool to grade twelve, with class sizes as low as 12 students. [View profile] |
| $16,500 to $26,800 | |||
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] |
| $13,921 to $19,988 | |||
Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS) (est. 1969)
Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS) is an award-winning progressive private school, a GOLD member of OFIS (Ontario Federation of Independent Schools) and voted the BEST private school by the residents of Brampton. [View profile] |
| $7,100 to $13,200 | |||
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] |
| $8,500 to $14,900 | |||
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] |
| $7,500 to $13,000 | |||
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 | |||
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] |
| $9,000 to $18,150 | |||
Wheatley School (est. 1986)
Wheatley School offers programs from nursery to grade eight in St. Catharines. Its average class size is 15 students. [View profile] |
| $5,900 to $13,500 | |||
Avalon Children's Montessori School (est. 2000)
Avalon provides quality programmes from kindergarten to Grade 8 in the heart of the Beach. [View profile] |
| Moderately orthodox | $6,395 to $20,150 | ||
Northstar Montessori Private School (est. 1996)
Northstar Montessori offers authentic Montessori programs from Toddler to Grade 8 in Mississauga. We pride ourselves on strong character development and supporting life long learners! Now, Swim program is now included. [View profile] |
| $8,500 to $13,300 | |||
Rutherford Private School & Daycare
Rutherford Private School creates an atmosphere of academic excellence, and develops students with a love of learning that provides sound preparation for higher education. [View profile] |
| $9,900 to $29,000 | |||
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] |
| $8,800 to $21,250 | |||
Unionville Montessori Private Schools (est. 1987)
Unionville Montessori School offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 18 to 22 students. [View profile] |
| $8,100 to $14,250 | |||
Aurora Montessori School (est. 1989)
Aurora Montessori School offers a comprehensive, nurturing and enriched program for Toddler to Grade 8. Our enrolment of 375 day students has an average class size of 15 to 24. [View profile] |
| $10,500 to $16,200 | |||
Trillium School (est. 1991)
Trillium School is a montessori school that offers programs from pre-school to grade eight in Markham. [View profile] |
| $6,900 to $44,500 | |||
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] |
| $7,200 to $25,900 | |||
Odyssey Heights School for Girls (est. 2018)
Odyssey Heights School starts at 10:30am; Six Overnight Outdoor Ecological Experiential Ed trips (24+days), Equestrian Program, & DELF French Ministry of Education French are included in tuition, and "No Homework Ever!". [View profile] |
| $15,250 to $27,825 | |||
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] |
| $9,315 to $16,170 | |||
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] |
| $8,550 to $14,990 | |||
Sunrise Montessori School (est. 1988)
Sunrise Montessori School in Markham offers both English and French Immersion programs from Infant (0 months) to Grade 8. [View profile] |
| $10,500 to $16,500 | |||
Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S. (est. 1984)
Our schools offer a maximum class size of 16 students for ages 4 & up. Tours are offered daily and new students are welcome to visit for a day. [View profile] |
| $9,700 to $11,500 | |||
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering (est. 1984)
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering is a non denominational 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] |
| $6,000 to $13,000 | |||
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 | $12,654 | ||
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School (est. 1990)
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School is a Toronto Christian Montessori school with grades from nursery to 12. Tuition begins at $13,500. [View profile] |
| $13,750 to $24,000 | |||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga (est. 1979)
Rotherglen School - MISSISSAUGA is a montessori school that offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 18 students. [View profile] |
| $6,700 to $16,200 | |||
Rotherglen School - Oakville (est. 1979)
Rotherglen School - OAKVILLE offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 18 students. [View profile] |
| $15,500 to $21,200 | |||
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] |
| $16,296 /course | |||
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] |
| $16,400 to $40,800 |
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)
This traditional private school in Toronto offers preschool to grade 12 with average class sizes of 15 students. Facilities include a double gym and more. [View profile] |
| $13,000 to $34,300 | ||
Town Centre Private Schools (est. 1986)
Town Centre Montessori Private Schools offers programs from pre-school to grade 12/University Prep and is located in Markham. [View profile] |
| $5,100 to $16,050 | |||
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] |
| $8,925 to $10,750 | |||
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] |
| $11,950 to $13,900 |
For general advice on how to choose private schools, check out our choosing a school guide and read advice from leading education experts. For advice specific to choosing Montessori schools (including middle schools), see our main Montessori school guide. You can also read our guides to questions to ask private schools and questions students get asked at school interviews.
Private school expos are a great starting point if you're looking for a school. We have annual private school expos in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, Calgary, and Halton-peel. These expos allow you to speak with lots of private schools in Canada, many of which are (or have) middle schools. Find a Montessori middle school near you.
Another great resource is the Our Kids parent discussion forum. The forum is an ideal place to discuss options and debate topics related to private schools, Montessori schools, and Montessori middle schools. Our community of parents, education experts, school officials, and alumni can help answer your questions and stimulate your thinking.
Open houses can be a great way to learn more about schools. For general advice on open house visits, check out our guide on school visits.
| School name | Date | Location |
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J. Addison School | March 23, 2019 10:00 am | J. Addison School 2 Valleywood Drive Markham Ontario L3R 8H3 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | March 26, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | April 02, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Unionville Montessori Private Schools | April 06, 2019 10:00 am | Unionville Montessori Private Schools 4486 16th Avenue Unionville Ontario L3R 0M1 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | April 09, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Town Centre Private Schools | April 13, 2019 11:00 am | Town Centre Private Schools 155 Clayton Drive Markham Ontario L3R 7P3 |
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering | April 15, 2019 7:00 pm | Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering 401 Kingston Road Pickering Ontario L1V 1A3 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | April 16, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | April 23, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | May 07, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | May 14, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | May 21, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering | May 21, 2019 7:00 pm | Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering 401 Kingston Road Pickering Ontario L1V 1A3 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | May 28, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | June 04, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
Town Centre Private Schools | June 08, 2019 11:00 am | Town Centre Private Schools 155 Clayton Drive Markham Ontario L3R 7P3 |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | June 11, 2019 9:30 am | Bishop Hamilton Montessori School 2199 Regency Terrace Ottawa Ontario K2C 1H2 |
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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The Element High School | $17,448 | |||
OMS Montessori | $13,776 to $20,388 | 10% | Nursery/Toddler - 6 | $2,500 |
Alive Montessori & Private School | $13,500 to $14,500 | 20% | JK - 8 | $2,000 |
TMS | $20,250 to $25,440 | K - 12 | ||
Ellington Montessori School | $7,900 to $14,000 | 5% | 1 - 8 | $3,000 |
Montessori Jewish Day School | $14,000 to $17,900 | 20% | 1 - 8 | $5,000 |
Avalon Children's Montessori School | $13,100 to $20,400 | 5% | 1 - 8 | $10,000 |
Summit West Independent School | $8,925 to $10,750 | 20% | JK - 12 | $3,000 |
Aurora Montessori School | 5% | Preschool - 8 | $3,000 | |
Somerset Academy | $13,200 | 5% | 1 - 8 | |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | $13,760 to $16,170 | Nursery/Toddler - 8 |
Primary curriculum | Secondary curriculum | Curriculum pace | Academic culture | Average class size | Language immersion | Special needs support | Tech integration |
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Forest Hill Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | Withdrawal Assistance | ||||
Westside Montessori Academy | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Light integration | |||
Clanmore Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Light integration | |||
Bond Academy | Liberal Arts | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 15 | No support | Medium integration | ||
The Element High School | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | Indirect Support | Heavy integration | ||
OMS Montessori | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | Withdrawal Assistance | Light integration | |||
Alive Montessori & Private School | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 10 to 16 | Indirect Support | Light integration | ||
Richmond Hill Montessori & Elementary Private School | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 16 to 24 | No support | Medium integration | |
Toronto French Montessori | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | No support | Medium integration | |||
TMS | Montessori | International Baccalaureate | Student-paced | Rigorous | No support | |||
Guiding Light Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 5 to 16 | No support | ||
Peel Montessori Private School | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | |||
Century Private School | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | Rigorous | 8 to 16 | Indirect Support | Light integration | |
Tall Pines School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 15 to 18 | No support | Light integration | ||
Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS) | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 8 to 18 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Ellington Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 15 to 24 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | ||
Hatch House Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Light integration | |||
Humberside Montessori School | Montessori | No support | ||||||
Montessori Jewish Day School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 8 to 24 | Indirect Support | Light integration | ||
Wheatley School | Montessori | International Baccalaureate | Student-paced | Supportive | 15 to 18 | Indirect Support | ||
Avalon Children's Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Medium integration | |||
Northstar Montessori Private School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Heavy integration | |||
Town Centre Private Schools | Traditional | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 15 to 24 | No support | ||
Summit West Independent School | Progressive | Student-paced | Supportive | 13 to 15 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Rutherford Private School & Daycare | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 10 to 15 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Dearcroft Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 10 to 20 | No support | Light integration | ||
Unionville Montessori Private Schools | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 18 to 25 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Aurora Montessori School | Montessori | Reggio Emilia | Accelerated | Supportive | 15 to 24 | No support | ||
Trillium School | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | No support | ||||
Somerset Academy | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 13 to 18 | No support | |||
Country Garden Montessori Academy | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 10 to 15 | No support | |||
Odyssey Heights School for Girls | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 5 to 8 | Resource Assistance | Heavy integration | |
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | Withdrawal Assistance | Light integration | |||
Meadow Green Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 12 | Resource Assistance | ||
Sunrise Montessori School | Montessori | Montessori | Accelerated | Supportive | 10 to 24 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | |
Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S. | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 8 to 15 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | |
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | ||||
Braemar House School | Traditional | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School | Liberal Arts | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 10 to 15 | No support | ||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | Light integration | |
Rotherglen School - Oakville | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | ||
Cedar Ridge High School | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 15 to 18 | Resource Assistance | ||
J. Addison School | Traditional | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 8 to 15 | No support | Light integration |
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Clanmore Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Bond Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
The Element High School | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Alive Montessori & Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Richmond Hill Montessori & Elementary Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Toronto French Montessori | ||||||||||||||||||||
TMS | ||||||||||||||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Peel Montessori Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Century Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tall Pines School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Ellington Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Hatch House Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Humberside Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Montessori Jewish Day School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wheatley School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Avalon Children's Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Northstar Montessori Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Town Centre Private Schools | ||||||||||||||||||||
Summit West Independent School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rutherford Private School & Daycare | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dearcroft Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Unionville Montessori Private Schools | ||||||||||||||||||||
Aurora Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Trillium School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Somerset Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Country Garden Montessori Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Odyssey Heights School for Girls | ||||||||||||||||||||
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Meadow Green Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunrise Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering | ||||||||||||||||||||
Braemar House School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
Cedar Ridge High School | ||||||||||||||||||||
J. Addison 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.
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.
