PreSchool Montessori Casa Programme
operated by the CHILDREN'S PRIMARY CENTRE
Ages 2.5 - 6 Years Old
Planting the Seeds of Lifelong Learning
The early years are a time of tremendous growth and development—a period when children are forming their attitudes toward learning that will stay with them throughout life. Our Preschool program provides a nurturing environment where young children can explore, discover, and develop at their own pace under the gentle guidance of experienced Montessori educators.
Children engage with specially designed materials that develop concentration, coordination, independence, and order.
These foundational skills prepare them not only for academic success but for life itself. As they work with the Montessori materials, children experience the joy of discovery and develop confidence in their abilities
Now Approved for CWELCC
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School is approved and participating in the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care program administered in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and the City of Toronto.
PRESCHOOL MONTESSORI CASA PROGRAMME
Our PreSchool Curriculum Encompasses 5 Key Areas
Throughout all these areas, we integrate Christian teachings in age-appropriate ways, helping children understand God’s love for them and fostering values such as kindness, gratitude, and respect for all creation.
Practical Life
Through activities such as pouring, buttoning, and food preparation, children develop fine motor skills, concentration, and independence while learning to care for themselves and their environment.
Language
A rich language environment, phonetic materials, and a variety of pre-reading and writing activities prepare children for the exciting moment when they break the code of written language.
Sensorial
Materials that isolate specific sensory qualities help children refine their senses and build the cognitive foundations for more advanced learning.
Mathematics
Concrete materials make mathematical concepts tangible, allowing children to literally hold quantities in their hands as they build understanding of numbers and operations.
Cultural Studies
Children explore geography, science, art, and music, developing wonder and appreciation for the world around them.
A typical day includes:
- Individual work time with Montessori materials
- Small group lessons
- Circle time for songs, stories, and community building
- Outdoor play and exploration
- Lunch and rest time (for full-day students)
- Enrichment activities such as music, art, and movement
Why choose our PreSchool Montessori Programme?
- Full-day kindergarten programme that allows children to learn at their individual level and pace for the best results
- Comprehensive and accelerated curriculum focuses on discovery rather instruction to develop curiosity and encourage a love of learning.
- Enhanced motor development through a variety of activities including cursive writing, computers and daily physical activity.
- French and Mandarin classes daily
- ESL provided for those who do not have English as a first language
- Computer skills introduced at the Nursery level
- Cursive writing introduced at the Junior Kindergarten level
- Early introduction to music including ear training, theory, singing and creative movement
- Integration of Christian values throughout the curriculum which includes daily prayer time and Bible stories
- Strong foundation for life skills like critical thinking and reasoning, verbal communication, leadership and respect for one another
- Formal term assessments three times a year with parent/teacher interviews to review your child’s progress.
Outcomes
By the end of their time in our Preschool programme, children typically:
Demonstrate independence in daily tasks
Show confidence in their abilities
Exhibit strong concentration and focus
Have developed pre-reading and early writing skills
Understand mathematical concepts through concrete experiences
Display respect for others and their environment
Have begun to develop a foundation of faith and character
