Maria Montessori School

Welcome to Maria Montessori School

Maria Montessori School (MMS) is located in the Circle Drive Alliance Church in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Our school offers all children a respectful and stimulating Montessori learning environment that allows them to realize their unique, individual potential and prepares them for life-long learning.

MMS offers both half and full day Pre-school programs and a full day Kindergarten program. MMS is the only Montessori school in Saskatoon offering a full Elementary program with both Lower Elementary (grades 1-3) and Upper Elementary (grades 4-8).

MMS is affiliated with the North American Montessori Teachers' Association (NAMTA) and International Montessori Council (IMC). MMS upholds that all our educators become credentialed with an International Montessori Teaching Diploma to ensure program integrity so your child receives authentic Montessori education.

Maria Montessori Preschool and Elementary, Inc. is an independent school registered under The Education Act, a registered charity and a non-profit corporation.

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***APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED MARCH 1ST FOR THE 2010/11 SCHOOL YEAR! SPACES ARE LIMITED***

"Any child who spends a number of years in this atmosphere surrounded by Montessori philosophy is getting a wonderful start.”

"My kids love everything about this school."

"Montessori...is a philosophy about how human beings ought to live their lives and treat one another." -Tim Seldin

"An important goal in Montessori is that children in our care are nurtured to be life-long learners ."

“The environment of Maria Montessori School and his classroom is precisely designed to meet my son’s needs."

"He’s drawn toward learning – it’s opened up the entire world for him."

"Montessori nurtures their self-confidence, personal creativity, and spirit."

"...she now looks at things from so many points of view and is devouring books as fast as she can get her hands on them."

"There is a great sense of community within the Montessori classroom."

"There is respect for the environment and for the individuals within." -M. M.

"MMS offers a beautiful, peaceful, child centred learning environment."

"My child can work with others on a level playing field without a thought of competition."

"It’s so exciting to watch your child unfold.”

"MMS supports the values we try to achieve at home; independence, respect, consideration for others and a love of learning."

"Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world." - M.M.

We are the sowers, our children are those who reap. We labor so future generations will be better and nobler than we are. - M.M.

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March 2010

News and Updates

February 12, 2010 | TEACHER/STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK

This will occur in conjunction with Montessori Education Week, February 22-26 which is after the winter break.

February 12, 2010 | SHOWCASE 2010

We are pleased to have our 2nd Annual Showcase 2010! More details to follow. Please refer back here.

February 5, 2010 | MARCH HOT LUNCH

This is Wednesday, March 3rd. The school will be ordering from yummy Opa! Please have your forms and money in by FEBRUARY 25th.

February 5, 2010 | GUEST TO SPEAK - OLYMPICS

MMS has invited someone to talk about Olympics. This is to take place Friday, February 12th. Elementary students will have their presentation at 10:30 am and Casa students will have theirs at 11:00 am. This will take place in the big cubby.

January 30, 2010 | MONTESSORI EDUCATION WEEK

This will take place from February 22-26, 2010. Watch for Dr. Montessori to make a guest appearance!

January 24, 2010 | ENRICHMENT, After School Drama

This started the week of January 18th with Miss Maria and Miss Marie. There will be two different age appropriate programs offered each to Casa and Elementary. We hope to create wonderful performers.

January 24, 2010 | ENRICHMENT, After School Art

This started with Miss Marsha on January 18th. Due to overwhelming response to registration, there are two classes being offered on two different days which are both full. We hope to create inspiring artists.

January 24, 2010 | MMS INFORMATION NIGHT

There are two upcoming Information Night dates: Thursday, Feburary 25th and Tuesday, March 23, 2010. These will each be held from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Everyone welcome. Childcare available at no cost.