AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Fairview Glen Montessori vs. North Star Montessori Elementary School

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

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    Address

    Address

    3508 Commerce Court, Burlington, Ontario, L7N 3L7, Canada

    1325 East Keith Road, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7J 1J3, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

    We have limited information on Fairview Glen Montessori as they are currently not registered with us.
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    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    N/A

    1996

    Enrolment

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    110

    Grades

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    Preschool to 7

    Gender

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    Coed

    Living arrangements

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    Day

    Language of instruction

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    English

    Faith Based

    N/A

    School focus

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    Academic

    Developmental Priorities

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    Balanced
    Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.

    Academics

    Academics

    Curriculum

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    Montessori

    Curriculum pace

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    Student-paced
    The main curriculum pace is non-standardized and is HIGHLY responsive to the pacing of individual students, (via differentiated instruction, differentiated assessment, etc). In theory, some students outpace the default/normalized curriculum, while others spend periods "behind schedule" if they need the extra time.

    Academic culture

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    Supportive
    A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.

    Avg. Class Size

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    Varies

    Special needs support

    N/A

    Gifted learner support

    N/A

    Preschool/K curriculum

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    Montessori
    Montessori programs aimed at preschool and Kindergarten- aged children allow young learners to choose which “tasks” or activities interest them. These tasks centre around special Montessori puzzles -- the essential features of these puzzles being they contain a “right answer” and allow for self-correction. A strong emphasis is therefore placed on learning being concrete and rooted in practical experience, along with children developing a sense of self-sufficiency and confidence. Specially trained teachers act as guides, introducing children to progressively more difficult materials when appropriate. A Montessori classroom is typically very calm and orderly, with children working alone or, sometimes, in small groups.

    If you want to learn more about Montessori education, check out our comprehensive guide. You can also check out our guide to Montessori preschools, elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools.

    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

    N/A

    $8,550 to $16,785

    Boarding Tuition

    N/A

    Financial aid (FA)

    N/A

    Yes

    Students on FA

    N/A

    0%

    Eligible grades for FA

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    K to 7

    Median FA package size

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    $0

    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    N/A

    10

    Percent in boarding

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    0%

    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

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    0%

    Day entry years

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    Boarding entry years

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    Day admissions deadline

    N/A

    Rolling

    Boarding admissions deadline

    N/A

    Not available

    Interview required?

    N/A

    No

    SSAT required

    N/A

    No

  • School’s perspective

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    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    NORTH STAR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "An authentic Montessori program from birth to Gr. 7, we are committed to meeting the needs of each student. We foster a love of learning, independence and respect. The benefits and robust academic curriculum of the Montessori program extend beyond the walls of the classroom and the limits of the BC grade-level curriculum allowing students to meet their fullest potential. Practical experiences build confidence and inspire the self-motivation to 'learn' and 'do' which students carry with them throughout their lives."

    • A welcoming student-parent-teacher community
    • Programs include- infant & toddler, full and half day preschool , kindergarten and elementary
    • Specially trained & dedicated teachers committed to the development and well-being of each student
    • Robust and rigorous academic curriculum
    • Practical hands-on experience to reinforce concepts
    • Promotes creative and critical thinking skills in a non-coercive atmosphere
    • Fosters independent, self-motivated and goal-directed students with a life-long love of learning
    • Extensive Physical Education program
    • Fully integrated music and art programs
    • Wide-ranging and regular filed trips, classroom visitors, and community outings

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    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    NORTH STAR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "We meet the social, academic, and developmental needs of each student in an exciting and engaging way. Students are seen as individual learners and their lessons are planned according to their own unique needs and learning styles. Specially trained teachers use the Montessori materials to create a lasting impression of concepts. Deeper exploration of concepts in a dynamic mixed-age classroom make learning fun!"

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    What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

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    What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

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    What type of student is a good fit for your school?

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    Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

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    To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

    NORTH STAR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "Families choose North Star because of the warm, caring and inclusive environments in each of the classrooms. They notice from their first tour of the school that students at North Star are calm, focused, and happy. They are confident knowing that North Star is a recognized and authentic Montessori school with high-quality, experienced teachers, and appreciate that their child will be encouraged to strive beyond the academic boundaries of the BC grade-level curriculum."

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    How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

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    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    NORTH STAR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "The huge social-emotional and academic benefits of the mixed-age classrooms- The
    collaborative nature of student relationships across the ages provides inspiration and motivation to younger students, leadership opportunities and reinforcement of knowledge for older students and an elevated level of socialization skills for all students. It is a mutually beneficial relationship that more closely reflects the social dynamic in life outside of school."

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    What might families find surprising about your school?

    NORTH STAR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "Given the non-competitive atmosphere with no traditional testing or homework, it can be surprising to new families that students are so academically advanced, and that grade level competencies are a base, not the ceiling for their child's potential. The way the lessons are presented and the exploratory nature of the Montessori Materials creates a lasting impression and solidifies knowledge."

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    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

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    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    NORTH STAR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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