Humbervale Montessori Casa Programme: Our curriculum

Our three-year Casa programme has an age mix of children from 2 ½ and 6 years old. This mix allows the children to learn from each other. Each air-conditioned and above-ground classroom is furnished with Montessori Materials and is staffed by Association Montessori Internationale and M.A.C.T.E. trained Montessori directresses. Our programme is licensed by the Ministry of Education and we are an Accredited Member of the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators.

Practical Life

The children undertake Practical Life activities that establish, preserve and embellish the environment and themselves. They are basic activities of everyday life, which allow the child to become a more active part of their home lives, while gaining independence and co-ordination of movement. These exercises include dressing frames, drawing, sweeping, washing and greeting.

Sensorial

The Sensorial Materials isolate different concepts that the children discover through feeling, seeing, hearing, smelling and tasting. These activities increase the child’s ability to discriminate sensorial impressions. The children perceive size and weight through concrete manipulation of the material, laying the foundation for future studies in math and geometry.

Language Arts and French Classes

Language is a form of human expression and communication. The children begin by learning to express themselves more freely through exposure to a variety of materials and activites. They work towards spelling, writing and reading in an environment enriched with new vocabulary. The Language Programme seeks to stimulate self-expression and confidence within the child. The morning and full-day children will also partake in French classes. The students have French classes, where they participate in a variety of games, songs and activities that encourage the children to learn the new language and expand their vocabulary.

Mathematics

The Mathematics Programme begins sensorially. The children begin by learning quantity, name and symbol for the numbers from 0 to 10 and gradually progress through to place value and work with numbers up to 9,999. This hands-on approach to mathematics allows the child to experience, rather than memorize. The children work through exercises that lead to a more abstract understanding of mathematical operations, terminology and concepts.

Culture

The children are introduced to botany, geography, geometry, history, music, zoology and art. All areas are given as keys to spark the child’s interest and encourage further independent exploration. Different themes are incorporated throughout the year. The themes are complemented by special guests, workshops and field trips to enhance the child’s living experience.

Reading Programme

The children are enrolled in the Scholastic Book Club. Interested parents can purchase books to add to their home library, while helping the school expand its own library through a bonus points programme.

Music

A music programme is offered to students enrolled in the full-day and afternoon sessions. Classes include singing, dancing, movement, and instrument games that help develop a sense of beat and rhythm.

Special School Programming and Services

Extra Days and Extended Hours

Parents who wish to have their children attend additional, unscheduled days of school can do so if they notify their teacher in advance. A nominal fee applies.

An Extended Hour Program is available between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., and between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. An extra fee applies.

March Break and June Camps

March Break and June Camps are offered to all students. A theme is chosen and activities are designed around the topic. Special visitors and a workshop bring the theme to life for the children.

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“My daughter is now 29 years old, currently in her last year in university, a successful student with a full-time job awaiting her at graduation (and she's a wonderful human being, too). I am fully convinced that her success in school and life to date has been hugely influenced by her experience at Humbervale Montessori. Miss Andrea and her capable team inspire a lasting love of learning in an atmosphere of respect for self and others. It's also an important education for parents.

I learned how great school CAN be for kids and it has guided both my daughter and me to look for her best possible choices at every step along the way. We feel it was worth every dollar we spent!”

—Lorna Blumen
Humbervale Montessori parent

When someone asks me how I like Humbervale Montessori, I tell them that I can’t think of a better situation for my family. There is so much to like about it - we love the Montessori philosophy and approach, and the way in which Humbervale puts it into practice; the bright and spacious classrooms; the caring and respectful way the teachers engage with the children; the nurturing and social environment of the school; the teachers’ responsiveness to the individuality of the children and their families…

Perhaps the most indicative thing I can say is that my daughter is happy and stimulated throughout the day; happy and excited at the beginning and at the end of each day; and that that enthusiasm extends into our home. An enormous thank you to Ms. Andrea and my daughter’s many teachers for all they do, each and every day. We are truly grateful.

—Ellen
Humbervale Montessori parent

Humbervale Montessori