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York-region Montessori schools

Find the top Montessori schools in York, Ontario

Montessori schools in York Region offer a child-centered approach that fosters independence, creativity, and a love of learning. Explore York Region private schools on OUR KIDS and find the right Montessori program for your child.

York Region is home to a variety of Montessori institutions, from preschool to elementary programs, each providing unique environments that encourage self-directed learning and respect individual learning paces. 

For more than 25 years, the OUR KIDS team has visited schools, interviewed educators, and spoken with families to understand what sets each Montessori program apart.  Read more


List of York-region Montessori schools

Access school reviews, insights, and comparisons through our comprehensive reports below.

Aurora Montessori School, Aurora, Ontario
Aurora Montessori School, Aurora, Ontario

Aurora, Ontario
St. John Sideroad/Yonge St.
 
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"Aurora Montessori delivers an enriched Montessori program that builds strong academic foundations, critical thinking, and independence, while developing adaptive, future-ready skills in a supportive community." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 8 (Coed)
  • Montessori curriculum
  • $21,888 to $25,280
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Aurora Montessori School 21888 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E FinancialAid Day Coed
Wishing Well Schools, Markham, Ontario
Wishing Well Schools, Markham, Ontario

Markham, Ontario
Woodbine/HWY 7
 
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"Wishing Well Schools offers an accelerated, enriched curriculum in a supportive, family-focused environment, where students thrive, lead, and develop a lifelong love of learning." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 8 (Coed)
  • Progressive curriculum
  • $18,200
  • Day school
  • 280 students
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Wishing Well Schools 18200 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Day Coed
Century Private School, Richmond Hill, Ontario
Century Private School, Richmond Hill, Ontario

Richmond Hill, Ontario
Yonge Street/Silverwood Ave.
 
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"Century Private School is located in Richmond Hill, and our campus occupies 12 acres of land. Our programs runs from preschool to grade twelve, with small class ratio to ensure best learning for our students." —From the school

  • Gr. PS to 12 (Coed)
  • Traditional curriculum; Montessori
  • $18,500 to $28,500
  • Day school
  • 250 students
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Century Private School 18500 Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E Day Coed
York Montessori School, Richmond Hill, Ontario
York Montessori School, Richmond Hill, Ontario

Richmond Hill, Ontario
Leslie/Elgin Mills
 
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"In addition to providing high-quality Montessori education, YMS offers French and Music, on-site after-school classes, off-site field trips, theme-based summer camp, parent education workshops, and family social events." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to SK (Coed)
  • Montessori approach
  • $16,400 to $17,400
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York Montessori School 16400 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E FinancialAid Day Coed
Grace Christian Montessori School, Newmarket, Ontario
Grace Christian Montessori School, Newmarket, Ontario

Newmarket, Ontario
 
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"Grace Christian Montessori School acknowledges each child as a masterpiece of God, unleashing their potential through a holistic blend of Montessori principles, STEAM, academic excellence, and biblical teachings." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to K (Coed)
  • Montessori approach
  • $17,900 to $18,900
  • Day school
  • 131 students
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Grace Christian Montessori School 17900 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E FinancialAid Day Coed
Lauremont School, Richmond Hill, Ontario
Lauremont School, Richmond Hill, Ontario

Richmond Hill, Ontario
Bayview/Hwy 407
 
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"Lauremont School 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 for life." —From the school

  • Gr. PS to 12 (Coed)
  • Montessori curriculum; International Baccalaureate
  • $21,690 to $38,255
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Lauremont School 21690 Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Coed
Richmond Hill Montessori Private School, Richmond Hill, Ontario
Richmond Hill Montessori Private School, Richmond Hill, Ontario

Richmond Hill, Ontario
Major Mackenzie/Bayview Avenue
 
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"Richmond Hill Montessori Private School is a co-ed day school offering programs from Montessori to Grade 8. Small classes from 16-20 students support personalized learning, strong relationships and character growth." —From the school

  • Gr. PS to 8 (Coed)
  • Traditional curriculum; Montessori
  • $26,900 to $29,500
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Richmond Hill Montessori Private School 26900 Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Day Coed
Town Centre Private Schools, Markham, Ontario
Town Centre Private Schools, Markham, Ontario

Markham, Ontario
Kennedy Road/Steeles Avenue
 
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"Located in Markham, Ontario, Town Centre Private Schools is an IB Continuum World School offering a Montessori Pre-School program, IB Elementary School, High School and optional IB Diploma Programme." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 12 (Coed)
  • Traditional curriculum; International Baccalaureate
  • $4,790 to $21,250
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Town Centre Private Schools 4790 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E Day Coed
Somerset Academy, Markham, Ontario
Somerset Academy, Markham, Ontario

Markham, Ontario
Brimley Road/14th Ave South
 
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"Established in 1974, Somerset Academy is an independent, not-for-profit private school that provides education to students in JK Grades 8. Somerset Academy has an average class size of 18 students." —From the school

  • Gr. JK to 8 (Coed)
  • Traditional curriculum; Montessori
  • $6,425 to $16,000
  • Day school
  • 0 students
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Somerset Academy 6425 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E FinancialAid Day Coed
Royal Cachet Montessori and Private Schools, Markham / Stouffville, Ontario
Royal Cachet Montessori and Private Schools, Markham / Stouffville, Ontario

Markham / Stouffville, Ontario
Woodbine Ave/Major Mackenzie Dr E
 
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"Royal Cachet has authentic Montessori programs for infants to grade 6 in our healthy and safe environments. We focus on the Language & Math areas of the Montessori Curriculum & encourage our students to grow and succeed." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 6 (Coed)
  • Montessori curriculum
  • $9,200 to $15,500
  • Day school
  • 400 students
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Royal Cachet Montessori and Private Schools 9200 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E FinancialAid Day Coed
Unionville College, Unionville, Ontario
Unionville College, Unionville, Ontario

Unionville, Ontario
Kennedy Road/16th Avenue
 
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"UC offers year-ahead advanced programs from pre-school to Grade 12. We blend high standards for academic success with the social and emotional development of the individual child." —From the school

  • Gr. PS to 12 (Coed)
  • Traditional curriculum; Montessori
  • $17,250 to $21,150
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Unionville College 17250 Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E Day Coed
Trillium School, Markham, Ontario
Trillium School, Markham, Ontario

Markham, Ontario
14th Ave/Kennedy
 
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"Trillium School is a private school that offers programs from pre-school to grade twelve in Markham with Montessori-based kindergarten." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 12 (Coed)
  • Traditional curriculum; Montessori
  • $11,500 to $17,500
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Trillium School 11500 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Day Boarding Coed
Yip’s Music & Montessori School, Markham / Unionville, Ontario
Yip’s Music & Montessori School, Markham / Unionville, Ontario

Markham / Unionville, Ontario
Brimley Road/14th Ave
 
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"Founded in 1990, Yip's Montessori Program caters to children from 1.5 to 5 years old. Yip's campuses are located in Markham and Unionville." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to SK (Coed)
  • Montessori approach
  • $4,680 to $5,760
  • Day school
  • 0 students
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Yip’s Music & Montessori School 4680 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E FinancialAid Day Coed
Trinity Montessori School, Markham, Ontario
Trinity Montessori School, Markham, Ontario

Markham, Ontario
Woodbine/16th Avenue
 
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"Trinity Montessori School offers programs from toddler to grade 8 in Markham, Ontario. Its average class size is nine students." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 8 (Coed)
  • Traditional curriculum; Montessori
  • $11,000 to $13,000
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Trinity Montessori School 11000 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Day Coed
What are the principles of Montessori education in York Region?

The Montessori approach differs from mainstream education in several key ways. Montessori schools in York Region embrace the following principles, as described in our Montessori philosophy guide:

Whether considering a Montessori preschool in Newmarket, a Montessori school in Markham, or other options in York Region, these programs focus on personal growth alongside academic achievement, helping students develop confidence, creativity, and independence in carefully prepared learning environments.

How much do York Region private Montessori schools cost?

Tuition at York Region private schools following the Montessori model typically starts around $4,000 per year. There are multiple ways to make private education more affordable. Many schools offer merit-based scholarships, financial aid, and sibling discounts. Parents may also benefit from Ontario tax deductions if the school offers both religious and academic instruction.

Where can I find Montessori schools in York Region?

On this page, we list York Region private schools offering Montessori programs. This includes Montessori schools in Richmond Hill, Markham, Aurora, Vaughan, Newmarket, King City, Stouffville, Georgina, Nobleton, Schomberg, East Gwillimbury, and Gormley. For more details or to meet school representatives, attend one of our annual private school expos.


Frequently Asked Questions

How many York-region Montessori schools are there?
There are 14 York-region Montessori schools that are Our Kids trusted members.

How much is tuition at York-region Montessori schools?
Tuition fees for York-region Montessori schools range from $7,400 to $37,790 per year with an average tuition of $18,663 per year.

What’s the largest school?
Of the York-region Montessori schools, the largest is Town Centre Private Schools with 1000 students in Grades 12 to Nursery/Toddler.

Are York-region Montessori schools good?
We interviewed both parents and students. You can read reviews about York-region Montessori schools on this page.

Is there a private school expo where I can meet with York-region Montessori schools?
Yes. You can meet with private schools and education experts at the Our Kids Private School Expos held every year in September and October. These events are designed for both parents and students. Find event details and ticket info here.

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