(4.5)
Nursery/Toddler to JK, Nursery/Toddler to SK — Both our daughters loved going to HSM. They had fun, made friends, and learned so much. The tea... We enjoyed attending the fall festival every year when our kids were at the school. It was nice meeting other parents and seeing the children play with their friends.
Before COVID, there were programs offered after school for dance and music, but things changed due to restrictions at that time. I'm not sure how things are now for extracurricular activities. It was great seeing kids of different ages in the same class and how each student played a different role in the classroom. As the students got older, they had the chance to be in a leadership role (esp during their last year ... We chose HSM initially because we liked how calmly the children were all working when we visited the school. We also liked the philosophy of the Montessori way.
I would say the school met all of our expectations. We were happy with the way our older daughter was doing, and that's why when our younger one came along, we continued her there.
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(4.4)
Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 3, Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 3, Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 3 — Our three girls grew up at Head Start Montessori, from the infant room to grade 3.
They loved... Mrs. Alvi and Ms. Shah model the values of the school. They create an inclusive, accommodating and respectful environment.
Communication is frequent, via weekly email newsletters. Additional clarifications are an email or pho... Teachers at all levels are passionate, engaged, and highly qualified. They are attentive to the needs of individual children and are able to modulate their engagement based on the child's needs. I was pleasantly surprised afte... The academic program we experienced was Casa levels 1-3, and Elementary grades 1-3.
The Casa program is focused on Montessori activities, thematically aligned to the Ontario curriculum for kindergarten. There's a strong empha... There's a wide variety of extra-curricular activities offered on each day of the week, from music to yoga to martial arts. The activities are very nominally priced, making them an excellent chance to explore interests for the ... Class size is small (15-20 kids in Casa, 10-15 in Elementary), with good diversity. The kids are calm and friendly. My daughters made several lasting friends that we routinely meet with long after they each graduated from Head... Our kids loved attending Head Start Montessori. They loved being in the peer groups of their friends at each grade level, and they developed a close relationship with the teachers. They felt appreciated and part of a wider fam... The school is very conveniently located in the Atria complex. The building has underground parking, and the school is easily accessible from the street level.
Students venture on supervised trips to nearby stores or libraries... Our advice to prospective parents is to be clear and decisive in your intention to attend Head Start Montessori. Ms. Alvi and Mrs. Shah are very accommodating and work very hard to find a spot for an interested family.
There ... At the time (2016), I had visited many daycares, which were a combination of chaotic, dirty, and unavailable. Head Start Montessori struck me with its calm, clean, and purposeful environment. Ms. Shah explained the entry to th... Head Start Montessori exceeded our expectations. It offers an environment that is very closely aligned with Montessori principles, from the uncluttered, clean decor to the wide variety of Montessori materials available in each... |
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Nursery/Toddler to SK (current) — My child really enjoys her time at Head Start Montessori School. Since going to Head Start Mont... The directors are at the school every day, same as the teachers. They are educators themselves and are very hands-on on an as-needed basis in all classrooms. They know the progress and personality of each kid.
I'm happy with the quality of the instruction, and the teachers are knowledgeable about their material. They communicate effectively and provide constructive and useful feedback. They support the kids well, and my kid has had ... I'm happy with the school's academic strengths. The teachers have a set of age-appropriate curricula for the kids, and they monitor the kids' progress and encourage them to develop in areas that need work. I feel this academic... The school offers so many extracurriculars. We've had music, chess, taekwondo, gymnastics, robotics, to name a few. The school also has regular field trips to farms in the fall and maple orchards in early spring.
The kids are so happy there. I pick up my kids from school most days, and I've never seen an unhappy kid at the end of a school day.
My kid loves going to school because she really likes her teachers, and she enjoys the activities. Sometimes she will try to coordinate outfits with a teacher, or she will bring books or photos to present to her class.
School is in an office building. The school's front door is inside the building's door. I feel very secure about that. The school also has a fenced yard which backs to a parking lot and is not close to any busy street.
My process was easy, but it was also during the COVID era. I toured and signed up while I was pregnant because I didn't want to risk a long wait list. The admission officers were literally the teachers and the directors.
When I toured the school, the school was clean and bright. While speaking with the school's director, I felt that every decision made by the school staff and leadership was in the kids' best interest.
The school exceeded my expectations in all aspects, including kids' learning, the school environment, the care from the teachers, and the freedom with which the kids are encouraged to develop their independence.
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(4.9)
Nursery/Toddler to K, Nursery/Toddler to K — Our two sons attended Head Start Montessori School and had an amazing experience. The school pr... What stands out most about the leadership at Head Start Montessori is how deeply they care—not just about the students, but about the families as well. They foster a warm, positive environment, communicate openly and effecti... The teaching at Head Start Montessori was exceptional. The teachers were knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely invested in each child's growth and development. They communicated well with parents and created an environment ... The academic program at Head Start Montessori School is well-rounded and enriching. The school offers a strong balance of academics, music, arts, sports, and practical life skills, creating a holistic learning experience for t... Yes, there were plenty of extracurricular opportunities at Head Start Montessori School, both for enjoyment and for broader enrichment. Our children were exposed to music, arts, sports, special activities, and field trips that... The student body at Head Start Montessori felt very inclusive, warm, and community-oriented. From our experience, the families shared similar values, which created a strong sense of connection among students, parents, and staf... The overall quality of student life at Head Start Montessori School was outstanding. Our children genuinely loved going to school each day because they felt safe, supported, and excited to learn. The environment was warm and e... The school is located on the ground floor of a large office tower, which gives it a unique urban setting. There is a GoodLife Fitness, a beautiful coffee shop, and a few small businesses on the same level, which adds to the se... We were fortunate that there was no waitlist when we applied, as the school had just moved into its current location. The admissions process itself felt straightforward and supportive, and it was clear the focus was on finding... We initially chose another Montessori school and had already paid a deposit when a friend recommended that we visit Head Start Montessori's open house. We decided to take a look, and within minutes of walking through the doors... Head Start met and exceeded our expectations. The caring, supportive environment and quality education were everything we hoped for. What surprised us most was the lasting impact—years later, we still have strong friendships... |
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