The regions Montessori Learning offers busing from are:
Additional notes: Bussing is offered as a service between locations - primarily for families with students at both locations but additional seats can be used, as needed, by others
"MLCP serves children from infancy through age 14. To enrich the Montessori curriculum, the school offers French, Physical Education, and Music, along with subjects such as Home Economics, Civics, Computers, and community service for older students. MLCP proudly welcomes visiting alumni and second-generation students. Now celebrating over 40 years in education, the school continues to honour the principles of Maria Montessori and the whole-life approach that remains deeply relevant for today’s learners."
The individualization that the Montessori program offers allows staff to recognize and hone individual learning styles empowering students to be working at potential. Our long term staff share years of dedicated experience with students. Our commitment to the development of the student as a whole person is supported by a myriad of opportunities to grow and thrive.
Montessori education is already a choice of "stepping outside of the box" Traditional methodologies and curriculums are recognized but potentializing students in all areas of the curriculum can allow them to be functioning at advanced levels in some areas, managing at grade level in others and being additionally supported in others.
Opened in 1984 with 25 students
Established PTA in 1986
Moved in 1991 to present location purchasing the property in 1995
Expanded to include the two neighboring properties in 1997 and 2003
Introduced the infant program in 1996
Grew into the upper elementary grades in 1993
Acquired independent location for upper elementary 2019
As Montessori's method individualizes for each child's learning style many students excel in the classrooms. Strengths are potentialized and areas for growth are supported. Families wanting a "whole person" learning environment where academic, social, community responsibility and courtesy, compliment and balance each other, will recognize Montessori for the established education it has become.
While Montessori caters to many learning styles, some students are better served in smaller classrooms where individualization and support can be more personally consistent.
Our long history in Pickering has allowed us the privilege of sharing all we offer with many families. Our program is a solid and acknowledged one growing and changing over the years, based on family needs and feedback. MLCP respects and appreciates the referrals from those who have come before and continually strives to do better with all we offer.
With our long term standing in the area and with students revisiting to register their children, our reputation feels well established. We are fortunate to have a low staff turnover supporting much academic experience to share with students.
An aspect of our school that may be underappreciated is the depth and impact of our commitment to grace and courtesy education. Embedded in daily routines, this focus on respect and empathy profoundly shapes students' character, equipping them with essential life skills that extend beyond academics and enrich their interactions within and beyond our community.
Ongoing feedback often refers to appreciation for the individualization of all that we offer with each student and family. Especially with longer attending students, the dedication of the long term staff and the respect shared between them for differences and accomplishments is often noted. The uniqueness of each student is valued.
While a repeated acknowledgement of a "family feel" environment is often shared, this comes from a mutual respect that develops between families and staff over time.
While consistency and routine are important in this ever changing world, it is also important to be aware of newer social, academic and emotional findings to ensure student preparation outside of our immediate surroundings. Through ongoing professional development opportunities, as well as liaisons with other schools improvements and supports for curriculum and socialization are ongoing.
While remaining true to Montessori principles and the whole-child approach, MLCP will continue to evolve with the needs of our students and families. Ongoing professional development and collaboration with other schools will ensure our staff bring current research and best practices into the classroom. We anticipate expanding enrichment opportunities in academics, the arts, and physical education, while strengthening programs in community service, global citizenship, and social-emotional learning. As always, changes will be guided by family feedback, the dedication of our long-term staff, and our commitment to preparing students for success beyond MLCP. We are currently looking at relocating and are excited about a new and more modern establishment.
Hear directly from Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering community as they share insights.
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