What makes us special?
A true Montessori education
A child-centred, emergent, early-years curriculum
Nutritious, allergy-sensitive, organic snacks
Environmentally conscious products, materials and supplies
Transparency in management and fees
Experienced Faculty
Love & Care
Hands-on Learning
Innovative Learning
Natural Play Areas
Parent Involvement
Experience why our children are HAPPY to learn!
Our Curriculum
The Making Roots classroom is divided into the six traditional Montessori classroom areas.
Practical life: This area of the classroom refines fine-motor skills and develops focus and concentration. It follows a sequence, fosters independence and develops good work habits.
Sensorial: Hands-on materials isolate one concept at a time and guide a child to discriminate sound, colour, size, weight, texture, shape, taste and smell.
Language: Language is taught through a variety of multi-sensory activities; visual, auditory, tactile and kinesthetic. This ensures success by providing the appropriate experience for each child’s individual learning patterns. Making Roots also offers a French language program.
Math: Mathematics is introduced individually as the child demonstrates interest and readiness. We match each child’s ability to the appropriate materials so that his/her learning experiences are positive, rewarding and provide optimum learning at each stage of development.
Science & Culture: Science, history and geography are introduced and developed through materials that sharpen a child’s powers of observation and understanding of the world around them. They will learn about physical and political geography, people and flags of distant countries, and the cultural similarities that unite all people. Children work with wooden puzzles and matching picture/word cards to learn the parts of flowers, trees, animals and insects. They also learn about growth cycles and plant seeds and observe the growing process.
Art & Music: Children are encouraged to express themselves creatively in everything they do, from painting, sculpture, singing and dancing to preparing a snack for themselves and their friends. A variety of materials are always available for creative expression including crayons, paints, papers, markers, collage materials, glue and scissors. Classic artists, art forms, media and history are learned about and explored throughout the year. Children engage in activities which help to develop and refine motor skills and creativity (gluing, cutting skills, hole punching, tying and taping)
French Immersion Kindergarten: Our full day Kindergarten program provides students with a Montessori morning and French Immersion afternoon curriculum. Kindergarten students will be academically ready to begin Grade 1 in any school setting.
Admissions
Making Roots Montessori Centre is now accepting applications.
We know it’s not easy to select the right school for your child. Our 4 step admissions process makes it easier!
1. Submit an Inquiry Form
2. Schedule a School Tour (In-person)
3. Complete Tour
4. Submit Your Application
Parent Testimonials
“Our 3-year old daughter has attended Making Roots Montessori Centre since it opened in September and we cannot say enough about the program and the staff. We are so grateful for their gentle guidance and the patience they have with the children as they explore their learning environment as well as for the peace of mind we have knowing our daughter is being so well-cared for.
Many of the skills our daughter is learning at school are being demonstrated at home and she is so eager to “help Mommy and Daddy” with simple tasks. After just 4 short months of attending Making Roots Montessori we know we made the best decision for our daughter and we are thrilled to see her so excited about learning.”
“We could not be happier with Making Roots. We transitioned our son this year out of another Montessori Centre, it was the best possible decision we could have made. He is happier and our lives have been made easier, due to Making Roots hours. I can now get to work on time in the mornings and do not have to leave work early to pick my son up at the end of the day. The Centre is beautiful; filled with authentic Montessori materials. The staff are very warm, caring, and educated. They are always available and willing to answer any questions I may have about my son’s day and his ongoing development.”
“Initially we were concerned about the added cost of sending our daughter to Making Roots, as it is a large financial commitment for us. However, we are convinced that it is worth every penny. Knowing that she is being cared for in the way that I would care for her is extremely comforting to me. Her teachers understand and appreciate her and they have shown great sensitivity to her unique needs, gifts, interests and personality.
I highly recommend Making Roots to any family looking for quality child care that goes above and beyond industry standards and expectations.”