What happens in a Humbervale Montessori classroom?

Our Montessori Casa classrooms are bright, beautiful, above-ground places, furnished for the complete development of the children. It is a child-sized space, where there is a harmony of light and colour and a refinement of spirit. This carefully planned and stimulating environment helps the children develop within themselves the habits, attitudes and skills that are essential for a healthy, independent and fulfilling life.

Materials and curriculum focus around Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, Geography, Science, Art, Music and Dance.

Our Montessori teachers support individualized learning.

The Montessori teacher is called a “directress” because she presents the classroom activities, but does not lecture. Following the principles of Maria Montessori, our directresses nurture the children’s absorbent minds to help further their intellectual, social and creative development. They stand back while each child is working and allow them the satisfaction of discovery.

Unlike many traditional schools and preschools, the student-to-teacher ratio at Humbervale Montessori is intentionally low – on average 7 students to 1 teacher, compared to 30 or more students to one teacher and one E.C.E. in the public school system.

The children develop exceptional social skills.

The age of the children within each of our classrooms, the children range in age from 2 ½ to 6 years. This allows the children to learn from each other and it also decreases competitiveness. They are free to work together in groups or alone. The older children enjoy helping the younger ones, as the younger children look to them as role models. It is this approach that fosters the development of good work habits, a positive self-image and a solid base for future learning. As the children develop a sense of pride in their work, a feeling of confidence, well-being, and delight is manifested. A classroom of Montessori children is a joy to watch. There is respect, love, and co-operation among the children, as they socialize and learn together.

There is freedom in the classroom – within limits.

Children allowed the freedom to choose their own work are generally happy and self-controlled. Children may work freely to master skills from activities that have been presented to them, as long as they do not disturb others. The directress observes the children as they work and will, when necessary, guide the children into different areas of the classroom to ensure that each child is exposed to all areas of the curriculum.

Learn more about our programs, or contact us to schedule a tour of Humbervale Montessori School in Etobicoke.

“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

What happens in a Humbervale Montessori classroom?

Our Montessori teachers support individualized learning.

The children develop exceptional social skills.

There is freedom in the classroom – within limits.

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