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Go to child profileChildren's House Montessori School's large natural campus was founded in 1994 by Principal Laurie Wilson Forbes, who is still the heart and hands of the school today. CHMS closely follows AMI core principles to offer authentic Montessori programs. We are sized to offer a full range of programs, but still maintain a close, personal family feel in a small town community. Our caring, AMI trained staff foster a challenging and supportive environment for each child in order to prepare them for a lifetime of learning.
What learning looks like now: School will be running 100% of all programs, with masks optional for staff and students. There will be enhanced cleaning and sanitizing and parents will be asked to keep home any child showing symptoms of illness.
Curriculum delivery:
Living Arrangement | Grades | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | Nursery/Toddler - Gr. 8 | In-person | Full-time |
Children's House Montessori, having begun operations in 1994, is well established. That it continues to be run by founding Principal Laurie Wilson Forbes continues the theme—this is a program that remains true to its founding principles, while drawing on a wealth of expertise and experience. The programming reflects the core ideals that Maria Montessori promoted in her work, those of respect, community, purposeful engagement, and self-directed learning. Staff are trained to international standards. Communication with parents is clear, open, and professional, something that begins even before enrollment. When families enroll they find more than a school, they find a home, which is exactly as it should be. The fee schedule is clear and detailed. Lunches are provided at the toddler and Casa levels, which is a lovely plus to the program.
Program | offered |
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Montessori toddler | |
Casa | |
Elementary | |
Middle School | |
High School |
Focus |
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Science and technology |
DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
Subject | offered |
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Evolution as consensus theory | |
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories | |
Evolution is not taught |
Subject | offered |
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Biology | |
Chemistry | |
Ecology | |
Geology | |
Meteorology | |
Physics | |
Physiology | |
Zoology |
Subject | offered |
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Acting | |
Dance | |
Drama/Theatre | |
Graphic Design | |
Music | |
Visual Arts |
Subject | offered |
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Computer science | |
Robotics | |
Web design |
This information is not currently available.
Overall approach : Which option best describes your overall curricular approach?
Flexible pacing style | offered |
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Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
Differentiated assessment |
Subject Type | offered |
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Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Subject Type | offered |
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Accommodations | |
Modifications | |
Extra support |
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Program | offered |
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Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
Competitive sports: 1
Recreational sports: 5
The Children's House Montessori Schooldoes not offer any clubs or extracurricular programs.
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Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 8 | Coed | Day | 125 |
Total enrolment | 125 |
Average class size | Varies |
% of international students (total enrolment) | N/A |
Number of different nationalities within student population | N/A |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | N/A | |
SSAT | N/A | |
SSAT (out of province) | N/A | |
Entrance Exam(s) | N/A | |
Entrance Essay | N/A |
Day students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
Application fee: N/A
Registration fee: $200
Deposit:
N/A
This is the percentage of applicants typically accepted into the school. So if 50 students are admitted out of 100 applicants, the school has an overall acceptance rate of 50%.
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When is the application deadline for The Children's House Montessori School?
The application deadline for day students is typically open year-round based on availability. More application details are available here.
How many students attend The Children's House Montessori School?
There are 125 students enrolled at The Children's House Montessori School from Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 8. More details about enrollment are available here.
Do students at The Children's House Montessori School wear uniforms?
No
Does The Children's House Montessori School offer a hot lunch program?
Yes
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