Montessori schools versus traditional and progressive schools

The Clover School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Lawrence Ave./Bathurst St.
• NS to 8 Coed
• $18,810 to $22,100

Our innovative curriculum combines Montessori essentials with heart-centred learning practices designed to nurture the ​mind​, heart, health, and soul of each child.

• Day
• Montessori

Clanmore Montessori School  

• Oakville, Ontario

  Winston Churchill/Lakeshore Road East
• NS to 8 Coed
• $8,925 to $18,900

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.

• Day
• Montessori

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Shepherd Montessori Private Catholic School  

• Mississauga, Ontario

  Hurontario/Queensway
• NS to 1 Coed
• $7,070 to $11,960

Shepherd Montessori Private Catholic School in Mississauga offers Casa Montessori programs for children a ged 2.5 to 6. Before- and after-school care and summer camps also available.

• Day
• Montessori

Bond Academy  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Ellesmere Rd/Birchmount Rd
• PS to 12 Coed
• $13,000 to $16,000

Bond Academy is a private, co-educational, non-denominational independent school with students from Montessori Casa to Grade 12.

• Boarding/Day
• Liberal Arts

Yip’s Music & Montessori School  

• Unionville, Ontario

  Brimley Road/14th Ave
• NS to SK Coed
• $7,750 to $12,900

Founded in 1990, Yip's Montessori Program cater to children from 1.5 to 6 years old. Yip's four campuses are located in Markham, Unionville and Thornhill.

• Day

Royal Cachet Montessori School  

• Markham, Ontario

  Woodbine Ave/Major Mackenzie Dr E
• NS to 3 Coed
• $6,800 to $12,900

Royal Cachet has authentic Montessori programs from infants to grade 3 in our healthy & safe environments. We focus on the Language & Math areas of the Montessori Curriculum & encourage our students to grow and succeed.

• Day
• Montessori

Hillfield Strathallan College  

• Hamilton, Ontario

  Garth Street/Fennell Avenue West
• NS to 12 Coed
• $8,213 to $50,230

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.

• Homestay/Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

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Guidepost Montessori at Toronto  

• Toronto, Ontario
• NS to 6 Coed
• $12,600 to $22,000

Guidepost Montessori at Toronto is a new Montessori school coming to the GTA. At Guidepost, we offer an authentic Montessori experience as well as a global education that extends beyond the classroom walls.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

TMS  

• Richmond Hill, Ontario

  Bayview/Hwy 407
• PS to 12 Coed
• $17,485 to $31,350

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.

• Day
• Montessori
• International Baccalaureate

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Westside Montessori School  

• Toronto, Ontario
• NS to 6 Coed
• $19,700 to $21,900

An authentic, CCMA accredited Montessori School located in downtown Toronto, offering programs for Toddlers, Casa and Elementary children.

• Day
• Montessori

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Century Private School  

• Richmond Hill, Ontario

  Yonge Street/Silverwood Ave.
• PS to 12 Coed
• $16,550 to $26,800

Century Private School in Richmond Hill runs from preschool to grade twelve, with small class ratio to ensure best learning for our students.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

Summit West Independent School  

• Foothills, Alberta

  Highway 22X/53 St SW
• JK to 12 Coed
• $9,250 to $10,975

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.

• Day
• Progressive

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The Element High School  

• Ottawa, Ontario

  Bank Street/Marché Way
• 7 to 12 Coed
• $17,208 to $18,840

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.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

Pine Lake Montessori School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Sheppard Avenue/Yonge Street
• NS to 3 Coed
• $13,500 to $15,400

Pine Lake Montessori School pursues teaching with a one on one method that respects and nurtures children and allows them to achieve their fullest potential.

• Day
• Montessori

OMS Montessori  

• Ottawa, Ontario

  Alta Vista Drive/Industrial Road
• NS to 6 Coed
• $12,864 to $21,384

OMS Montessori is a non for profit, independent school offering separate French and English programs within a world class Montessori environment.

• Day
• Montessori

Peel Montessori Private School  

• Mississauga, Ontario

  Lakeshore Road/East of Erin Mills
• PS to 8 Coed
• $8,500 to $18,500

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.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS)  

• Brampton, Ontario

  Sunforest Drive/Bovaird Drive E
• PS to 8 Coed
• $7,900 to $14,600

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.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

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Ellington Montessori School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Kennedy Avenue/Highway 401
• NS to 8 Coed
• $8,750 to $15,300

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.

• Day
• Montessori

Ashwood Glen  

• Burlington, Ontario

  Walkers Line/Fairveiw Street
• NS to 8 Coed
• $14,000 to $20,000

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.

• Day
• Progressive
• International Baccalaureate

Trinity Montessori School  

• Markham, Ontario

  Woodbine/16th Avenue
• NS to 6 Coed
• $11,000 to $13,000

Trinity Montessori School offers programs from toddler to grade six in Markham, Ontario. Its average class size is nine students.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

Bannockburn  

• Toronto, Ontario
• NS to 6 Coed
• $15,900 to $25,600

Bannockburn School leads in Montessori education by offering an exceptional, enriched Montessori curriculum in a nurturing environment carefully prepared to meet the needs of children in the formative years of childhood.

• Day
• Montessori

Liberty Prep School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Richmond Ave./Parliament St.
• NS to 6 Coed
• $13,000 to $17,500

Liberty Prep offers programs from Toddler - Gr. 6 in downtown Toronto. Our environment combines a beautifully renovated building with well-trained and passionate teachers. Reach out to discover what we do differently.

• Day
• Montessori

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Alive Montessori & Private School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Bathurst St./Eglinton Ave. West
• PS to 6 Coed
• $15,500 to $17,500

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!

• Day
• Montessori
• Waldorf

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Toronto French Montessori  

• Stouffville, Ontario

  Ninth Line/Main Street
• PS to 8 Coed
• $7,782 to $15,396

Toronto French Montessori offers French and English programs from pre-school to grade 8 in York Region. Its average class size is 15 students.

• Day
• Montessori

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Silver Maple Montessori Private School  

• Milton, Ontario

  Steeles Ave/Ontario St
• NS to SK Coed
• $6,800 to $12,900

Housed in the elegant colonial mansion, Harrop House in the beautiful town of Milton, Ontario. Offering low teacher to child ratios with an emphasis on personal and social development of each child.

• Day
• Montessori

ABC Montessori  

• Mississauga, Ontario
• NS to 5 Coed
• $6,600 to $10,000

ABC Montessori is one of Mississauga's premier private schools. We offers both Montessori and traditional school programs from preschool to Grade 5 with an emphasis on developing literacy, numeracy, sciences, and arts.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

Wheatley School  

• St. Catharines, Ontario

  Edinburgh Dr/Scott Street
• NS to 8 Coed
• $6,550 to $14,050

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.

• Day
• Montessori
• International Baccalaureate

Sunrise Montessori School  

• Markham, Ontario

  Denison/Warden
• NS to 8 Coed
• $10,500 to $16,500

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!

• Day
• Montessori
• International Baccalaureate

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Northstar Montessori Private School  

• Mississauga, Ontario

  Tomken Rd./Eglinton Ave. E
• NS to 8 Coed
• $9,800 to $15,400

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.

• Day
• Montessori

Central Montessori School – Maplehurst Campus  

• North York, Ontario
• NS to 6 Coed
• $8,750 to $17,950

CMS' aim is to prepare all children to reach their full potential (academically, artistically, & physically) and to play a responsible role in protecting the global environment and fostering peace and harmony.

• Day
• Montessori

Clear Water Academy  

• Calgary, Alberta
• JK to 12 Coed
• $13,300 to $15,100

Clear Water Academy is a private Catholic school that stands ready to meet and expand the minds and passions the brightest students in Calgary and exchange students from around the world.

• Day
• Liberal Arts
• Montessori

Atelier Kids Early Learning & Care  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Bloor Street West/High Park
• NS to PS Coed
• $27,600

We take inspiration from the Reggio Emilia philosophy where each child is born creative, intuitive, resourceful, & has a strong potential for development from a very young age.Full-time care (7:30am-6pm). Tour anytime.

• Day
• Montessori

SimplySmart Child Care & Montessori  

• Mississauga, Ontario

  Mississauga Road/Argentia Road
• NS to K Coed
• $570 to $720 /2 Weeks

We provide infant, toddler, preschool and CASA programs for your child. Our CASA program is based on the curriculum developed by Maria Montessori. We are located in Oakville, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan and Toronto.

• Day

Braemar House School  

• Brantford, Ontario

  Fairview Drive/North Park Street
• PS to 8 Coed
• $13,357

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.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

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Ellesmere Montessori School  

• Toronto, Ontario
• NS to 6 Coed
• $9,120 to $15,744

Ellesmere Montessori School prepares children for a lifetime of creative and purposeful learning based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori.

• Day
• Montessori

La Villa Montessori School  

• Mississauga, Ontario

  QEW/Trafalgar Road
• NS to K Coed
• $9,000 to $16,350

La Villa Montessori is an AMI recognized School that adheres to Dr. Montessori's principles. We provide a nurturing environment that fulfills the child's emotional, social, physical and intellectual needs.

• Day
• Montessori

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Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S.  

• Oshawa, Ontario

  Wilson Road/Adelaide Ave
• NS to 12 Coed
• $9,700 to $11,500

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.

• Day/Boarding/Homestay
• Progressive
• Montessori

Unionville Montessori Private Schools  

• Unionville, Ontario

  Kennedy Road/16th Avenue
• PS to 8 Coed
• $8,000 to $15,250

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.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

Hatch House Montessori School  

• Whitby, Ontario

  Brock Street South/Dundas Streer West
• NS to 8 Coed
• $9,950 to $14,000

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.

• Day
• Montessori

Central Montessori Schools - York Mills  

• Toronto, Ontario
• NS to 6 Coed
• $8,750 to $19,900

CMS' aim is to prepare all children to reach their full potential (academically, artistically, & physically) and to play a responsible role in protecting the global environment and fostering peace and harmony.

• Day
• Montessori

The Montessori Country School - Nobleton Campus  

• Nobleton, Ontario

  15th Sideroad/Hwy 27
• NS to 6 Coed
• $9,000 to $18,000

For over 25 years, the Montessori Country School provides a first-class accredited curriculum for students 12 months through grade 6. The sprawling 10 acre campus offers a unique indoor and outdoor learning experience.

• Day
• Montessori

Somerset Academy  

• Markham, Ontario

  Brimley Road/14th Ave South
• JK to 8 Coed
• $12,550 to $14,300

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.

• Day
• Traditional

Rotherglen School - Mississauga  

• Mississauga, Ontario
• PS to 8 Coed
• $7,800 to $17,900

Rotherglen School - MISSISSAUGA is a montessori school that offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. The average class size is 18 students.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

Montessori House of Children  

• Brantford, Ontario

  Charlotte St/Chatham St
• NS to SK Coed
• $10,000 to $12,000

Located in Brantford, Ontario, Montessori House of Children (MHC) provides excellent programs for grades Nursery to 3 and helps young children reach their learning potential with both independent and self-directed learning. MHC also offers support for students with learning differences.

• Day
• Montessori

Acorn Montessori  

• Thornbury, Ontario
• PS to SK Coed
• $6,000 to $9,000

• Day
• Montessori

Avalon Children's Montessori School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Queen Street East/Lee Ave.
• PS to 8 Coed
• $7,115 to $22,275

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.

• Day
• Montessori

J. Addison School  

• Markham, Ontario

  Woodbine Av./Hwy 7
• PS to 12 Coed
• $15,000 to $42,450

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.

• Day/Boarding
• Traditional
• Montessori

The Maria Montessori School  

• Surrey, British Columbia

  86th Avenue/156th Street
• PS to K Coed
• $2,500 to $4,000

Authentic Montessori Preschool. Students completing our 3 year program at The Maria Montessori School test extremely well. We balance academics, exploration and skills guided by your child's natural interests.

• Day
• Montessori

A.I.S. School  

• Markham, Ontario

  Warden/Steeles
• JK to 12 Coed
• $10,000 to $25,000

AIS Montessori & Elementary School offers authentic Chinese Immersion program in GTA area.Its average class is 15 students.

• Homestay/Boarding/Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

Meadow Green Academy  

• Mississauga, Ontario
• PS to 8 Coed
• $9,050 to $15,990

Meadow Green Academy offers programs from pre-school to grade eight in Mississauga. Its average class size is 12 students.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

Aurora Montessori School  

• Aurora, Ontario

  St. John Sideroad/Yonge St.
• NS to 8 Coed
• $10,500 to $16,200

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.

• Day
• Montessori

Cedar Ridge High School  

• Kanata, Ontario

  Eagleson Road/Stonehaven Drive
• 7 to 12 Coed
• $17,500

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.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

St. Peter's ACHS College School  

• Harrow, Ontario

  Concessions Rd 6 S/Hwy 18
• 1 to 8 Boys
• $8,500 to $29,000

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.

• Day/Boarding
• Traditional
• Montessori

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Dearcroft Montessori School  

• Oakville, Ontario

  Lakeshore Road East/Bel Air Drive
• NS to 8 Coed
• $9,600 to $23,000

Offering Montessori programs from Toddler to Grade 8, Dearcroft is accredited by CCMA and staffed by dedicated teachers.

• Day
• Montessori

Humberside Montessori School  

• Toronto, Ontario
• NS to 8 Coed
• $9,200 to $15,400

Humberside Montessori Schools a montessori private school in Toronto. It offers programs from nursery to grade eight.

• Day
• Montessori

Richmond Hill Montessori Private School  

• Richmond Hill, Ontario

  Major Mackenzie/Bayview Avenue
• PS to 8 Coed
• $23,000 to $25,000

Richmond Hill Montessori Private School offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 20 students.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

Maria Montessori School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Eglinton Ave E/Laird Dr
• NS to 6 Coed
• $7,000 to $16,000

Maria Montessori School is one of the longest established AMI accredited Montessori school's in Canada. We offer accredited programs for children 18 months to 12 years and hire only AMI certified teaching staff.

• Day
• Montessori

The Montessori Country School - Milton Campus  

• Milton, Ontario

  Tremaine Road/Hwy 401
• PS to 3 Coed
• $8,160 to $13,600

Montessori Country School has provided a first-class academic experience to students in an environment that is distinguished by its compassion, integrity and unwavering commitment to the individual child.

• Day
• Montessori

Cornerstone Montessori Prep School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  University Ave./Dundas street
• PS to 12 Coed
• $13,750 to $24,000

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.

• Day
• Liberal Arts
• Montessori

Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering  

• Pickering, Ontario
• NS to 8 Coed
• $9,000 to $13,000

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.

• Day
• Montessori

Montessori School of Calgary  

• Calgary, Alberta
• PS to 6 Coed
• $8,440 to $14,250

The Montessori School of Calgary offers a preschool through Grade 6 program led by experienced guides and teachers who support each child with trust, respect, and proven academic success.

• Day
• Montessori

Tall Pines School  

• Brampton, Ontario

  Torbram/Clark
• NS to 8 Coed
• $14,970 to $19,970

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.

• Day
• Montessori

Wishing Well Schools  

• Markham, Ontario

  Woodbine/HWY 7
• NS to 8 Coed
• $13,600 to $14,500

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.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

Rotherglen School - Oakville  

• Oakville, Ontario
• K to 8 Coed
• $14,700 to $24,000

Rotherglen School - OAKVILLE offers programs for students age 4 to grade eight. The average class size is 18 students.

• Day
• Progressive
• Montessori

Town Centre Private Schools  

• Markham, Ontario

  Kennedy Road/Steeles Avenue
• NS to 12 Coed
• $5,450 to $16,900

Town Centre Montessori Private Schools, located in Markham, Ontario, is an IB Continuum World school and offers programs from pre-school to grade 12.

• Day
• Traditional
• International Baccalaureate

Parkdale Montessori School  

• Ottawa, Ontario

  Parkdale Ave/Sherwood Drive
• NS to K Coed
• $14,700 to $17,550

The School offers authentic Montessori education, individualized learning, accommodations to meet each child’s needs, hands-on learning, enriched curriculum, and outdoor exploration.

• Day
• Montessori

Montessori School of Wellington  

• Guelph, Ontario

  Suffolk/Dublin
• JK to 1 Coed
• $5,750 to $12,500

Montessori School of Wellington in Guelph is the only CCMA accredited school in Guelph and the number one choice for children's education and life skill

• Day
• Montessori

Guiding Light Academy  

• Mississauga, Ontario
• JK to 8 Coed
• $9,500

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.

• Day
• Traditional
• Montessori

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Shining Light Montessori School  

• Maple, Ontario

  Keele Street/Kirby Road
• NS to SK Coed
• $6,500 to $12,250

Shining Light Montessori is the community you've searched for -- where children feel comfortable, with teachers who care. Our children learn, build their confidence, reach their potential, & let their lights shine!

• Day
• Montessori

Trillium School  

• Markham, Ontario

  14th Ave/Kennedy
• NS to 12 Coed
• $7,600 to $41,500

Trillium School is a private school that offers programs from pre-school to grade twelve in Markham with Montessori-based kindergarten.

• Day/Boarding
• Traditional
• Montessori

Kaban Montessori School  

• Mississauga, Ontario

  Glen Erin/Dundas
• NS to 6 Coed
• $15,000 to $17,000

Kaban Montessori School in west Mississauga/Erin Mills is a CCMA accredited school for children aged 6 months to 12 years. Come for a tour, you'll love it!

• Day
• Montessori

Country Garden Montessori Academy  

• Newmarket, Ontario

  Bayview Ave/Newpark Blvd
• JK to 12 Coed
• $7,600 to $25,900

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.

• Day/Homestay
• Montessori

Montessori Jewish Day School  

• Toronto, Ontario

  Bathurst/Sheppard
• NS to 8 Coed
• $9,125 to $18,400

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.

• Day
• Montessori

Bishop Hamilton Montessori School  

• Ottawa, Ontario

  Baseline Rd./Woodroffe Ave.
• NS to 8 Coed
• $12,575 to $20,215

Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a Christian Montessori school in Ottawa, Ontario, with classes from Infants to grade eight.

• Day
• Montessori

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