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OMS Montessori ACADEMICS & EXTRACURRICULARS
Summary
- Curriculum
Montessori - Preschool/K Curriculum
Montessori - Montessori Approach
Moderately orthodox - Language
bilingual / dual-immersion - Curriculum Pace
Student-paced - Academic Culture
Supportive - Developmental priorities
Balanced - Special needs support
Withdrawal Assistance - Gifted learner support
In-class adaptations - Extracurriculars
Available
Curriculum
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Curriculum approach at OMS Montessori: Montessori
OMS Montessori has a Montessori approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Traditional, Liberal Arts, Progressive, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).
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What OMS Montessori says about their overall curriculum and approach:
An OMS education is grounded in creating the conditions for students to be in a state of flow or focused engagement, while they are learning academic and life skills. Teachers demonstrate individual and small group lessons using research-based Montessori materials; children learn primarily through activity rather than through a lecture or group presentation. The OMS Montessori prepared environments inspire academic progress, while preserving a natural joy in learning. Le fondement même d’une éducation à l‘OMS est la mise en place des conditions qui permettent aux élèves de se retrouver dans un état de « flux » ou d’engagement ciblé tout en apprenant à développer des habiletés tant académiques que de vie pratique. Les enseignants présentent les leçons individuellement ou en petits groupes en se servant du matériel Montessori ; les enfants apprennent principalement en faisant l’activité plutôt qu’en écoutant une présentation en grand groupe.Notre environnement préparé aide les élèves à atteindre leurs objectifs à leur propre rythme tout en préservant leur joie naturelle d’apprendre.
Montessori offered:
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Approach
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Pedagogies and subject courses:
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Mathematics
Mathematics approach at OMS Montessori: Equal Balance
OMS Montessori has an Equal Balance approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Traditional Math, Discovery Math approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What OMS Montessori says:
The technical aspects of mathematics and geometry (math facts, mathematical operations and facts, geometry constructions, etc.) are layered onto this curriculum, benefitting from the students’ natural curiosity and desire to master their world. The sequence of materials gradually directs the students into abstraction and work on paper. The Montessori curriculum encourages depth of understanding, creative thinking, problem solving, collaborative effort and mastery. Les aspects techniques des mathématiques et de la géométrie (arithmétique, constructions géométriques, etc.) se chevauchent dans ce programme qui fait appel à la curiosité naturelle des élèves et de leur désir de maîtriser leur monde. Le caractère séquentiel du matériel amène graduellement les élèves vers l’abstraction et le travail sur papier. Le programme Montessori favorise une compréhension en profondeur, la pensée créatrice, la résolution de problème, l’effort collaboratif et la maîtrise des concepts.
Textbooks and supplementary materials:
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Early Reading
Early Reading approach at OMS Montessori: Balanced Literacy
OMS Montessori has a Balanced Literacy approach to Early Reading (as opposed to Phonics-intensive, Whole Language approach).
[Show: About Balanced Literacy?]What OMS Montessori says:
Montessori children generally write before they read using a moveable alphabet that allows them to create words without having to write on paper. While they are working on the moveable alphabet they are also working with materials that will help them control a pencil. After much repetition with these preparatory exercises, children begin writing full words and sentences on paper. Once children can communicate their own ideas in written form they are ready to begin to decipher what others have written. En règle générale, les enfants Montessori écrivent avant de lire à l’aide de l’alphabet mobile qui leur permet de créer des mots sans avoir à les écrire sur papier. Tout en travaillant avec l’alphabet mobile, ils utilisent parallèlement avec le matériel qui les aide à contrôler un crayon. Après plusieurs répétitions avec ces exercices préparatoires, les enfants commencent à écrire des mots et des phrases entières sur papier.
DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
What OMS Montessori says:
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Writing
Writing approach at OMS Montessori: Equal balance
OMS Montessori has an Equal balance approach to Writing (as opposed to Systematic approach, Process approach approach).
[Show: About Equal balance?]What OMS Montessori says:
Cursive writing rather than print is introduced. At this age children love to repeat so it is an ideal time to practice cursive writing. Children who learn to write in cursive read print easily but the opposite is not as true. Children also make fewer reversals of letters if they are using cursive. Les enfants au niveau Casa apprennent à écrire en lettres cursives. Cet âge est idéal pour pratiquer l’écriture en lettres cursives, car les enfants aiment la répétition. Les enfants qui apprennent à écrire en lettres cursives lisent les lettres moulées facilement, alors que le contraire n’est pas aussi vrai. Les enfants inversent moins les lettres s’ils écrivent en lettres cursives.
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Science
Science approach at OMS Montessori: Inquiry
OMS Montessori has an Inquiry approach to Science (as opposed to Expository, Equal Balance approach).
[Show: About Inquiry?]Teaching approach:
Each year five great stories are told in a dramatic fashion in order to create a framework of information to which students will add detail and understanding throughout their elementary years. The story of the beginning of the universe, of life on the Earth, of human life and of the great human creations of language, mathematics and science create a broad framework that invites students to explore all the traditional curriculums (the sciences, history and geography, as well as mathematics and language) creating greater depths of understanding each year.
Treatment of evolution:
Subject Offered Evolution as consensus theory Evolution as one of many equally viable theories Evolution is not taught Topics covered in curriculum:
Subject Offered Biology Chemistry Ecology Geology Meteorology Physics Physiology Zoology Literature
Literature approach at OMS Montessori: Equal Balance
OMS Montessori has an Equal Balance approach to Literature (as opposed to Traditional, Social Justice approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What OMS Montessori says:
Academically, our program is rigorous, involving students in accurate self-assessment and individualized goal setting that emphasizes challenge, achievement, and accountability. The literature curriculum is interdisciplinary and centered on topics that have personal and societal relevance, and that allow for discussion and debate.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Canadian lit American lit European (continental) lit World (non-Western) lit English lit Ancient lit Social Studies
Social Studies approach at OMS Montessori: Core Knowledge
OMS Montessori has a Core Knowledge approach to Social Studies (as opposed to Expanding Communities, Thematic approach).
[Show: About Core Knowledge?]What OMS Montessori says:
Each year five great stories are told in a dramatic fashion in order to create a framework of information to which students will add detail and understanding throughout their elementary years. The story of the beginning of the universe, of life on the Earth, of human life and of the great human creations of language, mathematics and science create a broad framework that invites students to explore all the traditional curriculums (the sciences, history and geography, as well as mathematics and language) creating greater depths of understanding each year.
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages approach at OMS Montessori: Equal Balance
OMS Montessori has an Equal Balance approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual, Communicative approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What OMS Montessori says:
In addition to traditional lessons on vocabulary, grammar and verbs, the Accelerative Integrated Method (AIM) which is a gesture-based program, begun in the preschool years, is continued and augmented with plays in which all students learn all parts, and with ‘raps’ for the older students. These aspects of the AIM approach increase the comfort with which students speak their second language. Long classes allow teachers to explore various units of interest with students from picking apples from our trees, describing them, cutting them up, cooking them and then eating them; to doing projects on native peoples or geographical landforms, all in French. Consolidated class time also means less time lost to changing classes and getting settled. Our students also benefit from being in a dual language school. French and English are working languages at OMS.
Language instruction offered in:
Subject Offered Chinese-Cantonese Chinese-Mandarin French German Greek Italian Japanese Hebrew Latin Russian Spanish ESL Fine Arts
Fine Arts approach at OMS Montessori: Equal Balance
OMS Montessori has an Equal Balance approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive, Creative approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]Program offers:
Subject Offered Acting Dance Drama/Theatre Graphic Design Music Visual Arts Visual studio philosophy:
Expressive Disciplined What OMS Montessori says:
OMS has an Art Resource Room with a wide variety of art materials on display and available to students, such as clay, watercolours, acrylics, charcoal, paper-making and marbling. Music is one of the many subjects a student can choose to explore and we use the ukulele to facilitate this exploration of music. Opportunities to be dramatic abound in our classes. Some Montessori activities such as the Grammar Boxes require students to ‘act out’ various scenarios or interpret the nuances of our language in a dramatic way. Students often present projects they have done to their peers, students in other classes or other adults in the school. In addition, each Elementary class produces some type of dramatic performance at least once a year, which they present to their families. Having class level plays and presentations rather than a school-wide one, ensures that every student can participate fully.
Computers and Technology
Computers and Technology approach at OMS Montessori: Light integration
OMS Montessori has a Light integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Heavy integration, Medium integration approach).
[Show: About Light integration?]What OMS Montessori says:
OMS takes seriously current research and recommendations about screen time for students. At the Upper Elementary level, computers become a tool of the classroom. Each class has a set of computers that are available to students throughout their day. Students at this level are encouraged to use books as well as the Internet for research. Most of a student’s work is written by hand but final projects and presentations often make use of word processing, spreadsheet and PowerPoint applications. Upper Elementary students are introduced to proper keyboarding and an online keyboarding tutorial program capitalizes on the natural tendency at this age to be faster and better. Direct instruction is given on Internet safety as well as search skills, site credibility and citing sources.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Computer science Robotics Web design Physical Education
What OMS Montessori says:
Students have a physical education class ever other day in our large, bright and well equipped gymnasium. The emphasis is on making physical activity and fitness fun while building skills for a variety of sports. Students also have a 45 minute recess each day and, weather permitting, they enjoy the use of our new natural playground which encourages active play. Les élèves du primaire ont une classe d’éducation physique tous les deux jours dans notre gymnase bien équipé, spacieux et lumineux. L’accent est mis sur le plaisir de faire de l’activité physique et de se mettre en forme tout en développant des habiletés pour divers sports. Tous les élèves du primaire ont une récréation de 45 minutes, et lorsque la température le permet, ils jouent dans notre nouveau terrain de jeu naturel qui encourage les jeux actifs.
Sex and health education
Sex and health education approach at OMS Montessori: Ontario curriculum
OMS Montessori has an Ontario curriculum approach to Sex and health education (as opposed to Does not follow prrovincialcurriculum approach).
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OMS Montessori has a approach Mostly value-neutral (as opposed to Fairly value-based approach).[Show: About Mostly value-neutral?]What OMS Montessori says:
Other health topics are integrated into the sciences and flow naturally from the students work with other living organisms. D’autres sujets concernant la santé sont intégrés en sciences et découlent naturellement des travaux des élèves avec divers organismes vivants.
Preschool/K Curriculum
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Preschool/K Curriculum approach at OMS Montessori: Montessori
OMS Montessori has a Montessori approach to Preschool/K Curriculum (as opposed to Play-based, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, Academic approach).
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What OMS Montessori says about their preschool/K curriculum approach:
We have a separate toddler and preschool program because children have different innate characteristics at these ages. Our preschool programs are 3-year programs that serve 3, 4 and 5 year olds (Pre-Kindergarten, JK and SK). We maintain authentic Montessori practises while considering current educational research. Nos programmes préscolaires sont séparés à ces âges, vu les différentes caractéristiques innées des enfants. Nos programmes s’échelonnent sur trois ans et s’adressent aux enfants de trois, quatre et cinq ans (préscolaire, prématernelle et maternelle). Nous restons fidèles aux pratiques authentiques Montessori et tenons compte de la recherche éducationnelle actuelle.
Montessori Approach
OMS Montessori's Montessori approach. Learn about this school's class practices and policies as well as its curricular and teaching approach.
| Toddler | Primary | Lower Elementary | Upper Elementary | |
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| Age groupings How children are grouped by age for each class.' |
18 months to 36 months | 36 months to 6 years | 6 years to 9 years | 9 years to 12 years |
| Uninterrupted work periods The longest uninterrupted work period for each class.' |
2 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Tests and assignments How often students are given tests or assignments in each class.' |
Never (Orthodox) | Never (Orthodox) | Occasionally (Moderate Orthodox) | Occasionally (Moderate Orthodox) |
| Graded work How often students have their work graded in each class.' |
Never (Orthodox) | Never (Orthodox) | Occasionally (Moderate Orthodox) | Occasionally (Moderate Orthodox) |
| Arts and crafts The percentage of a typical student's day that is spent on arts and crafts in each class.' |
25% | 20% | 15% | 10% |
Overall approach
Moderately Orthodox
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Schools that adhere to the original Montessori program and principles. On occasion, though, they supplement it with modern curricular approaches or materials.
Classroom practices
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Whole-class lectures
Orthodox
Whole-class lectures should never be given. Students learn best through small group lessons, interaction, and independent work.
Moderately orthodox
Whole-class lectures should only be given occasionally (e.g., at the beginning of a term or unit). Students usually learn best through small group lessons, interaction, and independent work.
Moderately non-orthodox
Whole-class lectures should be given semi-regularly (e.g., at the beginning of a lesson or a week). While students often learn best through group and independent work, it's sometimes important for teachers to set the stage for and contextualize learning.
Non-orthodox
Whole-class lectures should be given often (e.g., every day). While group and independent learning is important, teachers need to provide lectures on a regular basis to provide the foundation for learning.
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Special education
Orthodox
External special education support isn't necessary. Core teachers can deal with all special education needs, by offering the relevant support for each student.
Moderately orthodox
External special education support is only rarely necessary. For instance, a psychologist might be brought in to help out a student with a severe developmental disorder.
Moderately non-orthodox
External special education support is quite important. Outside specialists are needed for a fairly wide range of special needs, such as developmental and learning disabilities.
Non-orthodox
External special education support is very important. Outside specialists are regularly brought in to support students with many different types of special needs, including developmental and learning disabilities, language and speech issues, behavioural issues, and advanced learning abilities.
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Specialist classes
Orthodox
We don't have any specialist teachers or classes. Core teachers are well-equipped to teach all subjects.
Moderately orthodox
We only use specialist teachers and classes in rare cases (for instance, to teach a second language). Core teachers are well-equipped to teach almost all subjects.
Moderately non-orthodox
We have a fairly wide range of specialist teachers and classes (for instance, in languages, music, and art). Core teachers are well-equipped to teach most subjects.
Non-orthodox
We have many specialist teachers and classes (for instance, in languages, music, art, gym, science, and math). It's important that students receive specialized instruction in many subjects.
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Modern-day technology
Orthodox
Modern-day technology is never used in the classroom. This can interfere with students' social and emotional development and can be a distraction.
Moderately orthodox
Modern-day technology is very rarely used in class, since it can be a distraction and interfere with development. Students at the upper levels, though, might be permitted to use a computer or a tablet to do research for a specific project.
Moderately non-orthodox
Modern-day technology is used in moderation since it can be a distraction. For instance, computers and other digital media might be used for research, writing, and multimedia projects.
Non-orthodox
Modern technology is used fairly regularly. For instance, computers and other digital media might be used for research, writing, multimedia projects, and to learn keyboarding skills. Teachers may sometimes also use digital media, such as interactive whiteboards, to teach lessons or introduce topics.
Teaching assistants
This school uses teaching assistants.
What OMS Montessori says about teaching assistants:
OMS Montessori utilizes teaching assistants to best serve the needs of the students in class. The preparation of the classroom environment is of high priority in Montessori education. Therefore, TAs are an integral part of ensuring the environment is maintained, classroom materials are of high calibre and in perfect working order.
Language
Learn about OMS Montessori's languages of instruction and enrolment.
OMS Montessori is a bilingual / dual-immersion school with English, French as the primary language of instruction
| English - 50% | French - 50% | ||||||||
Language of enrolment include: English, French
Curriculum Pace
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Curriculum Pace approach at OMS Montessori: Student-paced
OMS Montessori has a Student-paced approach to Curriculum Pace (as opposed to Standard-enriched, Accelerated approach).
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What OMS Montessori says about their curriculum pace:
Montessori classrooms are equipped with a series of sequenced materials and activities covering all curricular areas. Teachers introduce each concept with a material to an individual student or a small group. Subsequently, students repeat the lesson. Throughout the learning process, adults provide support according to the needs of individual students.
Flexible pacing style
| Type | 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 |
What OMS Montessori says about their flexible pacing:
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Academic Culture
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Academic Culture approach at OMS Montessori: Supportive
OMS Montessori has a Supportive approach to Academic Culture (as opposed to Rigorous approach).
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What OMS Montessori says about their academic culture:
We are dedicated to creating focused engagement for our students. A student in this state is concentrated, content, and energized. He/she experiences a strong sense of wellbeing and their accomplishments. Students gets along well with others, and are easily guided by their teachers. This leads to academic and personal excellence. Un élève qui est concentré est motivé, heureux et énergisé. Il fait l’expérience d’un grand bien-être, il se sent bien dans sa peau et est fier de ses réalisations. Il s’entend bien avec les autres et ses enseignants le guide facilement. Cela conduit à une excellence académique et personnelle.
Developmental priorities
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Primary Developmental Priority: Balanced
Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
Secondary Developmental Priority: Intellectual
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
What OMS Montessori says about their developmental priorities:
The goal of OMS is to support the development of well-balanced individuals who know and accept themselves, and live as responsible community members. Our students are guided by the OMS community to recognize their potential. The faculty observes and prepares lessons and experiences which perpetuate a love of learning and the achievement of developmental milestones. L’OMS a pour objectif de soutenir le développement d’individus bien équilibrés qui se connaissent et s’acceptent. Ils mènent une vie active et responsable comme membres d’une communauté qui les guide afin qu’ils reconnaissent leur potentiel.
Special needs support
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OMS Montessori offers Withdrawal Assistance
Students remain in a regular classroom for most of the day, but are pulled out for extra support from a qualified special education teacher.
A - Forms of Support
Accommodation:
Modification:
Remediation:
B - Environments
Resource Assistance:
Withdrawal Assistance:
Partial Integration:
Full-Time Class:
Special NeedNeed
Forms of SupportA
EnvironmentsB
ADHD
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Learning disabilitiesDyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.DyscalculiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.DysgraphiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.Language Processing DisorderThis is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor DeficitA characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
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DevelopmentalAutismRefers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).Asperger's SyndromeOn the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.Down syndromehis is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.Intellectual disabilityThis is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).Williams syndromeThis is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
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Behavioral and EmotionalTroubled behaviour / troubled teensroubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.Clinical DepressionThis is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.Clinical anxietyThis is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.Suicidal thoughtsThis involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.Drug and alcohol abuseThis involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
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PhysicalMultiple sclerosisThis is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.Cerebral palsyhis refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.Muscular dystrophyMuscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.Spina BifidaThis is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.BlindnessVisual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."DeafnessHearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).Cystic FibrosisCystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.Multiple physicalAccommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
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Academic support
| Type | Offered |
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| Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
| Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Mild but clinically diagnosed learning disabilities
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| Accommodations | |
| Modifications | |
| Extra support |
What OMS Montessori says:
We treat each student as an individual. Through discussions with the parents, student and specialists, we determine how we might meet the student's needs and whether or not our school is the best choice in meeting those needs. Nous traitons chaque élève comme un individu à part entière. Par le biais de discussions avec les parents, l’élève et les spécialistes, nous déterminons la façon de possiblement satisfaire les besoins de l’élève et si notre école est en mesure de répondre à ces besoins.
Additional support
| Type | Offered |
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| Social skills programs | |
| Occupational therapy | |
| Psychotherapy | |
| Speech-language therapy |
Gifted learner support
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Curriculum Delivery: Acceleration and enrichment
There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.
Class structure
| Program | Offered |
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| Full-time gifted program (parallel to rest of school) | |
| Part-time gifted program (pull-out; parallel to rest of class) |
In-class adaptations
| 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) |
What OMS Montessori says about their gifted learner support:
OMS Montessori provides an individualized experience for every student, gifted students are able to exceed the Ministry's requirements in an engaging way, while integrating with a diverse student community of their peers. L’OMS Montessori offre à chaque élève la chance de vivre une expérience individualisée. Les élèves doués peuvent excéder les exigences du ministère tout en étant motivés et en en faisant partie d’une communauté estudiantine diversifiée.
Homework Policy
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Nightly homework
In grade Gr. 6, OMS Montessori students perform an average of No homework of homework per night.
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| Site Average | 0 mins | 2 mins | 6 mins | 7 mins | 15 mins | 18 mins | 24 mins | 30 mins | 35 mins | 42 mins |
What OMS Montessori says about their flipped classroom policy:
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Report Card Policy
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How assessments are delivered across the grades
| Type | Grades |
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| Lettered or numbered grades | Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 12 |
| Parent-teacher meetings | Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 12 |
Extracurricular Activities
While academics remain the priority for most private schools, many also place a strong focus on a well-rounded education and encourage participation in extracurricular activities such as sports, music, arts, or clubs. Involvement in extracurriculars helps stimulate students in their studies, makes them more motivated to learn, and can make school more enjoyable and fulfilling. Extracurricular activities can also provide students with a much-needed break from the stresses of academics, while helping them to develop skills and allowing them to take part in valuable social situations.
Sports offered
OMS Montessori offers 6 competitive sports and 11 recreational sports.
Competitive offered Recreational offered
all sports]
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Lacrosse
- Running
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Clubs offered
OMS Montessori offers 9 clubs and extracurricular programs.
Clubs offered Clubs not offered
all clubs and programs]
Robotics club
Yoga
Art Club
Chess Club
Choir
Community Service
Computer Club
Dance Club
Drama Club
What OMS Montessori says about their extracurricular activities:
- Our Robotics Team is taught by a North-American Renowned instructor. OMS Montessori offers a Cooking Club in French taught by a Chef with a full certificate from Cordon Bleu. We commence offering After School Clubs and Private Music Lessons starting at the age of 5 through Grade 6.
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