Montessori vs. Waldorf preschools and daycares

Comparing Montessori and Waldorf preschools and daycares

Which is better for your child: a Montessori or Waldorf preschool? And what is the difference between the Montessori and Waldorf preschool approach?

Below, we compare Waldorf to Montessori preschools. This should give you a strong sense of their similarities and differences. To learn more about preschool and daycare programs in general, check out our introductory guide to preschool education.

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Montessori preschools

At their core, Montessori preschools are child- or student-focused. They place children front and centre.

On the Montessori approach, children have a unique developmental path. This means, among other things, that they should be given an opportunity to learn in developmentally appropriate ways, and build confidence in doing so.

In preschool (Montessori), kids work in a decentralized learning environment, usually by themselves or in small groups with peers of different ages. They often collaborate, with each other and their teachers. Montessori doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all curriculum. Instead, kids have quite a bit of freedom to choose their own projects and work at their own pace.

Montessori preschools, like all Montessori schools, have mixed-age classrooms. This makes for a dynamic learning environment, with lots of interaction, collaboration, and child-to-child teaching. And this helps children to grow cognitively and socially, and become more independent and responsible.

Montessori preschools are for infants, toddlers, and older kids. They're usually divided up into two programs: toddler preschool and primary school. Each program uses a distinct method and focuses on a special set of skills (with some overlap).

Waldorf preschools

Waldorf preschools have a flexible approach. Children often have the freedom to pursue their own activities. While they do have daily schedules and routines, kids can often pursue their interests and passions.

Many students find this approach rewarding. When given freedom, they often choose tasks that challenge and excite them. This can spark their natural curiosity and inspire a love of learning.

Moreover, Waldorf preschools don’t focus much on traditional academics. In fact, they normally delay the learning of math, reading, and other subjects until grade 1. Waldorf preschools, like all Waldorf schools, aim to educate the whole child: “head, heart, and hands.” Teachers educate children’s cognitive, active, and emotional sides.

There is a special focus in Waldorf on art, imagination, and creativity. In preschool, young children are given plenty of time for free play, artistic work (e.g., drawing, painting, and modelling), circle time (songs, games, and stories), and outdoor recess. This promotes imaginative learning and leads to lots of pretend play. It also allows children to develop important social skills.

Montessori vs. Waldorf preschools

Main similarities

Child-centred: Both programs allow children to mostly select their own tasks and activities.
Multi-age classrooms: Both programs have mixed-age classrooms, where kids have the same teacher for several years. In Montessori, it’s usually for three years. In Waldorf, it can be for up to six years.
Love of learning: Both programs aim to inspire a love of learning.

Main differences

Work and play: Montessori focuses more on task-oriented work. This separates it from many other preschool approaches, including Waldorf. Waldorf has a more play-based approach.
Art and imagination: Waldorf focuses a lot on art, imagination, and creativity. There is less of an emphasis on these things in Montessori schools.
Concrete learning: Montessori has more concrete learning than Waldorf (although Waldorf does have hands-on activities, like woodworking). Waldorf focuses more on imaginative learning than Montessori.
Routine: Waldorf offers all children a consistent routine. For instance, certain activities, such as painting and woodworking, are reserved for certain days of the week.
Nature: Waldorf focuses more on nature and the environment (though most Montessori preschools focus on these as well).

To learn more about the similarities and differences between various types of preschools, read our comparison guides. In separate articles, we compare Montessori to Reggio Emilia, Waldorf to Reggio Emilia, academic to play-based, Montessori to play-based, and Montessori to academic preschools. If you want to compare specific schools one-to-one, visit our compare hub. You can also read our guide to preschool questions.

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featured Clanmore Montessori School View Profile Oakville, Ontario Winston Churchill/Lakeshore Road East NS to 8 Coed $8,500 to $18,000 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. Day Montessori User Reviews (3)	Clanmore Montessori School	8500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
featured TMS View Profile Richmond Hill, Ontario Bayview/Hwy 407 PS to 12 Coed $18,300 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 User Reviews (1) Toronto Expo Exhibitor	TMS	18300	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
featured Royal Cachet Montessori School View Profile Markham, Ontario Woodbine Ave/Major Mackenzie Dr E NS to 3 Coed $6,800 to $12,900 Royal Cachet Montessori School is a Montessori school that offers programs from nursery to grade three in Markham. Its average class size is five to 15 students. Day Montessori	Royal Cachet Montessori School	6800	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
featured Westside Montessori School View Profile Toronto, Ontario NS to 6 Coed $19,200 to $21,300 An authentic, CCMA accredited Montessori School located in downtown Toronto, offering programs for Toddlers, Casa and Elementary children. Day Montessori User Reviews (1) Toronto Expo Exhibitor open house: Nov. 23	Westside Montessori School	19200	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
featured Shepherd Montessori Private Catholic School View Profile Mississauga, Ontario Hurontario/Queensway NS to 1 Coed $6,800 to $11,500 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	Shepherd Montessori Private Catholic School	6800	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
featured Toronto Waldorf School View Profile Thornhill, Ontario Bathurst St/Rutherford Rd NS to 12 Coed $18,000 to $21,000 Toronto Waldorf School offers a curriculum that integrates academics,arts & movement, and addresses the intellectual, physical, emotional & social aspects of child development. Preschool to gr. 12. Day Waldorf Toronto Expo Exhibitor	Toronto Waldorf School	18000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
featured Forest Hill Montessori School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Lawrence Ave./Bathurst St. NS to 8 Coed $18,376 to $21,870 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. Day Montessori	Forest Hill Montessori School	18376	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
featured Guidepost Montessori at Toronto View Profile Toronto, Ontario NS to 6 Coed $12,600 to $22,000 Guidepost Montessori at Toronto is among a growing network of schools across the world. We serve children from infant to 12 and are located in Midtown, in proximity to many parks and sights for the children to explore. Day Progressive Montessori	Guidepost Montessori at Toronto	12600	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
featured Yip’s Music & Montessori School View Profile Unionville, Ontario NS to SK Coed $7,650 to $12,650 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 Montessori	Yip’s Music & Montessori School	7650	Preschool Kindergarten Day Coed
featured Bond Academy View Profile Toronto, Ontario Ellesmere Rd/Birchmount Rd PS to 12 Coed $13,000 to $34,300 Bond Academy is a private, co-educational, non-denominational independent school with students from Montessori Casa to Grade 12. Boarding/Day Liberal Arts Toronto Expo Exhibitor	Bond Academy	13000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Century Private School View Profile Richmond Hill, Ontario Yonge Street/Silverwood Ave. PS to 12 Coed $16,550 to $26,800 Century Montessori Schools in Richmond Hill runs from preschool to grade twelve, with class sizes as low as 12 students. Day Traditional Montessori	Century Private School	16550	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
OMS Montessori View Profile 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 Ottawa Expo Exhibitor	OMS Montessori	12864	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Peel Montessori Private School View Profile 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	Peel Montessori Private School	8500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Ellington Montessori School View Profile 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	Ellington Montessori School	8750	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Pine Lake Montessori School View Profile 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	Pine Lake Montessori School	13500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Ashwood Glen View Profile Burlington, Ontario Walkers Line/Fairveiw Street NS to 8 Coed $9,900 to $18,900 Ashwood Glen is located on a new purpose-built campus in Burlington, offering Pre-K– 8 education, and its Learning Program is based on the the IB framework, using the Ontario curriculum standards. Day Progressive Halton-Peel Expo Exhibitor open house: Oct. 26	Ashwood Glen	9900	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Maria Montessori School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Eglinton Ave E/Laird Dr NS to 6 Coed $7,000 to $16,000 Maria Montessori School is an AMI accredited Montessori school in Toronto that offers programs for children 18 months to twelve years. Day Montessori	Maria Montessori School	7000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Central Montessori Schools - York Mills View Profile Toronto, Ontario NS to 6 Coed $8,900 to $19,900 Central Montessori Schools in Toronto offers instruction from nursery to grade six, with enrolment of 900 day students and tuition starting at $5,900. Day Montessori	Central Montessori Schools - York Mills	8900	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
The Montessori Country School - Nobleton Campus View Profile 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	The Montessori Country School - Nobleton Campus	9000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Braemar House School View Profile Brantford, Ontario Fairview Drive/North Park Street PS to 8 Coed $13,160 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 User Reviews (4)	Braemar House School	13160	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Silver Maple Montessori Private School View Profile 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	Silver Maple Montessori Private School	6800	Preschool Kindergarten Day Coed
Avalon Children's Montessori School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Queen Street East/Lee Ave. PS to 8 Coed $6,395 to $20,150 Avalon provides quality programmes from kindergarten to Grade 8 in the heart of the Beach. Day Montessori	Avalon Children's Montessori School	6395	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering View Profile Pickering, Ontario NS to 8 Coed $9,000 to $13,000 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. Day Montessori	Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering	9000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Dearcroft Montessori School View Profile Oakville, Ontario Lakeshore Road East/Bel Air Drive NS to 8 Coed $8,800 to $21,250 Offering Montessori programs from Toddler to Grade 8, Dearcroft is accredited by CCMA and staffed by dedicated teachers. Day Montessori Halton-Peel Expo Exhibitor	Dearcroft Montessori School	8800	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Liberty Prep School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Richmond Ave./Parliament St. NS to 6 Coed $12,000 to $16,500 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 User Reviews (1)	Liberty Prep School	12000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Atelier Kids Early Learning & Care View Profile 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	Atelier Kids Early Learning & Care	27600	Preschool Day Coed
Unionville Montessori Private Schools View Profile Unionville, Ontario Kennedy Road/16th Avenue PS to 8 Coed $7,750 to $14,750 Unionville Montessori School offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 18 to 22 students. Day Traditional Montessori	Unionville Montessori Private Schools	7750	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Rotherglen School - Mississauga View Profile Mississauga, Ontario PS to 8 Coed $6,700 to $16,800 Rotherglen School - MISSISSAUGA is a montessori school that offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 18 students. Day Progressive Montessori	Rotherglen School - Mississauga	6700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Sunrise Montessori School View Profile Markham, Ontario Denison/Warden NS to 8 Coed $10,500 to $16,500 Sunrise Montessori School in Markham offers both English and French Immersion programs from Infant (0 months) to Grade 8. Day Montessori	Sunrise Montessori School	10500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Bannockburn View Profile Toronto, Ontario NS to 6 Coed $14,900 to $25,100 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	Bannockburn	14900	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
The Maria Montessori School View Profile 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	The Maria Montessori School	2500	Preschool Kindergarten Day Coed
ABC Montessori View Profile Mississauga, Ontario NS to 5 Coed $6,600 to $10,000 ABC Montessori is one of Mississauga's premier private schools. The school offers both Montessori and traditional school programs from preschool to Grade 5. Day Traditional Montessori	ABC Montessori	6600	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Alive Montessori & Private School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Bathurst St./Eglinton Ave. West PS to 6 Coed $8,500 to $15,500 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	Alive Montessori & Private School	8500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Halton Waldorf School View Profile Burlington, Ontario Appleby Line/Upper Middle Road NS to 12 Coed $8,800 to $14,620 Halton Waldorf School in Burlington, Ontario offers a licensed preschool, kindergarten and grades 1 to 12. It’s average class size is 15 to 21 students. Day Waldorf Halton-Peel Expo Exhibitor	Halton Waldorf School	8800	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Montessori House of Children View Profile Brantford, Ontario Charlotte St/Chatham St NS to SK Coed $8,200 to $10,000 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	Montessori House of Children	8200	Preschool Kindergarten Day Coed
Richmond Hill Montessori Private School View Profile Richmond Hill, Ontario Major Mackenzie/Bayview Avenue PS to 8 Coed $21,000 to $23,500 Richmond Hill Montessori Private School offers programs from pre-school to grade eight. Its average class size is 20 students. Day Traditional Montessori	Richmond Hill Montessori Private School	21000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Parkdale Montessori School View Profile Ottawa, Ontario Parkdale Ave/Sherwood Drive NS to 6 Coed $8,000 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	Parkdale Montessori School	8000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Town Centre Private Schools View Profile Markham, Ontario Kennedy Road/Steeles Avenue NS to 12 Coed $7,050 to $17,450 Town Centre Montessori Private Schools offers programs from pre-school to grade 12/University Prep and is located in Markham. Day Traditional International Baccalaureate	Town Centre Private Schools	7050	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Wheatley School View Profile St. Catharines, Ontario Edinburgh Dr/Scott Street NS to 8 Coed $5,900 to $13,500 Wheatley School offers programs from nursery to grade eight in St. Catharines. Its average class size is 15 students. Day Montessori International Baccalaureate	Wheatley School	5900	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Calgary Waldorf School View Profile Calgary, Alberta PS to 9 Coed $6,170 to $12,130 Calgary Waldorf School’s rich and challenging curriculum carefully balances academic, artistic and practical activities to stimulate intelligence and encourage creativity. Day Waldorf Calgary Expo Exhibitor	Calgary Waldorf School	6170	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Bishop Hamilton Montessori School View Profile Ottawa, Ontario Baseline Rd./Woodroffe Ave. NS to 8 Coed $12,850 to $19,675 Bishop Hamilton Montessori School is a Christian Montessori school in Ottawa, Ontario, with classes from Infants to grade eight. Day Montessori User Reviews (5) Ottawa Expo Exhibitor	Bishop Hamilton Montessori School	12850	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Ellesmere Montessori School View Profile 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	Ellesmere Montessori School	9120	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Kaban Montessori School View Profile 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	Kaban Montessori School	15000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Trinity Montessori School View Profile Markham, Ontario Woodbine/16th Avenue NS to 6 Coed $1,100 to $1,200 Trinity Montessori School offers programs from toddler to grade six in Markham, Ontario. Its average class size is nine students. Day Traditional Montessori	Trinity Montessori School	1100	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Acorn Montessori View Profile Thornbury, Ontario PS to SK Coed $6,000 to $9,000 Day Montessori	Acorn Montessori	6000	Preschool Kindergarten Day Coed
The Montessori Country School - Milton Campus View Profile 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	The Montessori Country School - Milton Campus	8160	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Trillium School View Profile Markham, Ontario 14th Ave/Kennedy NS to 12 Coed $10,500 to $36,000 Trillium School is a montessori school that offers programs from pre-school to grade eight in Markham. Boarding/Day Montessori Toronto Expo Exhibitor	Trillium School	10500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Montessori Jewish Day School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Bathurst/Sheppard NS to 8 Coed $9,000 to $18,150 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	Montessori Jewish Day School	9000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Central Montessori School – Maplehurst Campus View Profile North York, Ontario PS to 6 Coed $8,700 to $17,500 The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one - the period from birth to the age of six. Choose Central Montessori Schools. Day Montessori Toronto Expo Exhibitor	Central Montessori School – Maplehurst Campus	8700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Aurora Montessori School View Profile Aurora, Ontario NS to 8 Coed $10,500 to $16,200 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. Day Montessori Reggio Emilia	Aurora Montessori School	10500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
J. Addison School View Profile 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. Boarding/Day Traditional Montessori Toronto Expo Exhibitor	J. Addison School	15000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S. View Profile Oshawa, Ontario Wilson Road/Adelaide Ave NS to 12 Coed $9,700 to $11,500 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. Homestay/Day/Boarding Progressive Montessori	Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S.	9700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Homestay Day Boarding Coed
Montessori School of Calgary View Profile 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 Calgary Expo Exhibitor	Montessori School of Calgary	8440	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
Toronto French Montessori View Profile Stouffville, Ontario Ninth Line/Main Street PS to 8 Coed $7,620 to $15,704 Toronto French Montessori offers programs from pre-school to grade eight in North York. Its average class size is 15 students. Day Montessori User Reviews (1)	Toronto French Montessori	7620	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Day Coed
Shining Light Montessori School View Profile 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	Shining Light Montessori School	6500	Preschool Kindergarten Day Coed
Northstar Montessori Private School View Profile Mississauga, Ontario Tomken Rd./Eglinton Ave. E NS to 8 Coed $9,500 to $14,900 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. Day Montessori	Northstar Montessori Private School	9500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
La Villa Montessori School View Profile Mississauga, Ontario QEW/Southdown Road NS to K Coed $8,100 to $15,608 La Villa Montessori School is dedicated to following the Montessori philosophy and to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment that fulfills a child's emotional, social, physical and intellectual needs. Day Montessori User Reviews (2)	La Villa Montessori School	8100	Preschool Kindergarten Day Coed
Tall Pines School View Profile Brampton, Ontario Torbram/Clark NS to 8 Coed $13,921 to $19,988 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	Tall Pines School	13921	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Hatch House Montessori School View Profile Whitby, Ontario Brock Street South/Dundas Streer West NS to 8 Coed $9,950 to $13,500 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	Hatch House Montessori School	9950	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School View Profile Toronto, Ontario University Ave./Dundas street PS to 12 Coed $13,750 to $24,000 Cornerstone Montessori Prep School is a Toronto Christian Montessori school with grades from nursery to 12. Tuition begins at $13,500. Day Liberal Arts Montessori Toronto Expo Exhibitor	Cornerstone Montessori Prep School	13750	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Waldorf Academy View Profile Toronto, Ontario Davenport Rd/Spadina Rd PS to 8 Coed $5,040 to $19,950 Waldorf Academy offers programs from childcare to grade eight in downtown Toronto. Its average class size is 18 students. Day Waldorf User Reviews (2)	Waldorf Academy	5040	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed

Answers to the question “What is the difference between Montessori and Waldorf preschools?” from school officials

“Waldorf and Montessori both use a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate, and both recognize and respect a child’s need for daily routine. They also both believe in child-initiated activity. The Montessori approach believes that children should work with manipulatives that will teach them concepts, with the teachers available to guide them in this learning. The Waldorf approach supports child-initiated play to cultivate healthy growth and learning in a range of areas, from gross and fine motor skills to the development of imagination and creativity.” Lylli Anthon, faculty chair of Halton Waldorf school, a Waldorf school in Burlington, Ontario

“Montessori is an integrated approach whose aim is to fulfill the needs of the whole child. Waldorf, like Montessori, aspires to educate the whole child, though concepts can be taught in a variety of ways.” Marcel Pereira, director of Century Private School, a Montessori school in Richmond Hill, Ontario

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