Phone
604.558.1661
Welcome To
Burnaby Montessori School
Planting seeds in the hearts and homes of children.
What is Montessori and why should I send my child to Montessori School?
The “Montessori Method” was founded in 1907 by Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and educator. Montessori is a child-centered educational approach that focuses on independence and freedom within limits.
The essential purpose of Montessori education is to offer each child an environment where he/she can develop skills and habits needed for a lifetime of learning.
The Montessori method focuses on the child as a whole, emotionally, socially, and academically. While children are still taught the basics of mathematics and language, they’re also taught to develop their understanding of the world around them, their social character, and the skills necessary to live a life of learning and curiosity.
The Montessori method focuses on the child as a whole (emotionally, socially, and academically), and while children are still taught the basics of mathematics and language, they’re also taught to develop their understanding of the world around them, their social character, and the skills necessary to live a life of learning and curiosity.
BC GOVERNMENT SUBSIDY
Affordable Child Care Benefits
The BC Government offers a child care subsidy/allowance to help low income parents/guardians with the cost of child care. Monthly subsidy payments vary depending on your family’s circumstances.
For more information, please visit the BC Government’s website here:
www.gov.bc.ca/childcare-subsidy
Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI)
The Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) is a provincially funded child care subsidy program that provides funds to eligible, licenced child care providers to reduce and stabilize child care costs for families.
BMS is a CCFRI approved facility. Contracts for CCFRI fundings are renewed annually in March.
PROGRAMS
We offer early Montessori educational programs for children ages 2.5 to 5 years of age, as well as Montessori Kindergarten and Grade 1 programs for children ages 5 to 6 years of age.
Junior Montessori
8:30am – 12:30pm, 12:30pm – 4:30pm
All classes at BMS run Monday through Friday
The Junior Montessori class consists of 3 teachers and 22 children.
The Junior Montessori class consists of 3 teachers and 22 children.
Full Day Montessori,
Kindergarten & Grade 1
Regular Hours 8:30am -3:30pm
Extended Hours 8:00am – 5:30pm
All classes at BMS run Monday through Friday
The Full Day Montessori, Kindergarten and Grade 1 class consists of 3 teachers and 25 children.
Summer Camp
BMS offers summer camp for
July and August.
Our summer camp offers the same Montessori learning opportunities, combined with outdoor activities, group activities, as well as arts and crafts.
Children who are new to the program will get initial lessons and learn how to follow classroom routines and guidelines.
Summer camp is an optional program for children who are registered to begin school in September for the new school year, returning children and BMS alumni students.
Summer camp is highly recommended for new children starting in September.
Please note summer camp has limited space and placement will be determined on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Burnaby Montessori School
Serving the Community of Burnaby and Vancouver Since 1995
Located in the Metrotown area of Burnaby B.C., Burnaby Montessori School (BMS) is a fully accredited learning institution licensed with both Fraser Health and the Independent School Branch.
BMS has been serving the community of Burnaby and Vancouver since 1995. We offer early Montessori educational programs for children ages 3 to 5 years of age, as well as Montessori Kindergarten and Grade 1 programs for children ages 5 to 6 years of age.
BMS offers a stimulating environment where children can develop into capable, intelligent, and confident individuals, all while building a life-long passion for learning. The classrooms at BMS are furnished with beautiful, age-appropriate, educational materials that children are naturally drawn to. Our positive and friendly environment truly feels like a home away from home, both for the children and their families. At BMS, each child is treated with respect, kindness and love, which builds a caring, loving and friendly community for both children and parents.
Burnaby Montessori School (BMS) has been serving the community of Burnaby and Vancouver since 1995. We offer a full-day and half-day Montessori preschool program for children aged 30 months to 6 years of age, as well as Montessori Kindergarten and Grade 1 Program.
BMS offers a stimulating environment where children can develop into capable, intelligent and confident individuals, all while building a life-long passion for learning.
The classrooms at BMS are furnished with beautiful, age-appropriate, educational materials that children are naturally drawn to. Our positive and friendly environment truly feels like a home away from home, not only for the children attending our program, but also for the parents.
At Burnaby Montessori, each child is treated with respect, kindness and love, which builds a caring, loving and friendly community for both children and parents.
GALLERY
What are the kids doing?
Our 2024 Year End Concert
PARENT REVIEWS
What do people say?
My daughters have been attending Burnaby Montessori Preschool since sept 2021. My daughters always look forward to preschool everyday . The teachers are so caring and loving towards the kids and they have so much to offer for their learning and development and have so much patience.The teachers have great communication with parents about their children. I always feel secure that my daughters are left in good hands. My daughters are excelling at Burnaby Montessori Preschool and I am so glad to have them attending Burnaby Montessori. I highly recommend Burnaby Montessori to anyone.
Mandy Dosanjh
My son has been attending BMS for 1 year and his academic growth has been amazing. The teachers are very patient, truly care, and have great communication with the parents to update how our son is behaving/learning. The school provides opportunities for parent teacher conferences, observation days and to participate in the classroom (all safely) which is a lot of fun for both the parent and the child.
Maya Uljevic
Totally recommended. Our kid loves going to his preschool every day and we have seen significant learning from day one that otherwise could not be achieved at home. They do tons of activities that our child is happy to share with us in a very enthusiastic way. We’re thankful for how well the school is organized and how they take good care of the little ones.
Paulina Alejandra Borquez Tapia
I have two children at Burnaby Montessori. I am amazed at the progress my daughter has made since she started at the school. She has grown academically and has become very independent. The teachers are patient and caring. My children enjoy being there.
Rebecca Lee
Both my boys ages 3 and 5 attend BMS, and I couldn't be happier. They love going to school every day and have shown tremendous progress in their independence and academic skills since they started here. The teachers are all wonderful, kind, and patient, and they truly care about their students. I would highly recommend BMS to all families!!
Tammy Ho
Frequently Asked Questions
The best time to start your child’s education is between the ages of 2.5 to 3, when most of a child’s intelligence and social characteristics are formed. Fifty percent of a child’s mental development occurs before the age of 4.
For the Junior Montessori class, children who start school in September, must turn 3 years of age on or before December 31st of the current academic school year.
For the Full Day Montessori Class, children who start school in September, must turn 4 years of age on or before December 31st of the current academic school year.
Yes, all children are required to be fully toilet trained before they attend the school program.
As part of the Montessori philosophy, the consistency of attending school every day is necessary for children to settle into behavioural expectations, so that they can focus on the learning experience offered to them at our school. In this way, we can help children to reach their full potential.
The Junior Montessori class consists of 3 teachers and 22 children.
The Full Day Montessori, Kindergarten and Grade 1 class consists of 3 teachers and 25 children.
Studies show that Montessori children are well prepared for elementary school, high school, and college/university. In addition to scoring well on standardized tests, Montessori children are ranked above average on such criteria as following directions, turning in work on time, listening attentively, using basic skills, showing responsibility, asking provocative questions, showing enthusiasm for learning, and adapting to new situations.
All of our teachers are highly qualified, energetic, creative and passionate. The teachers are Montessori certified, have an Early Childhood Educator license, and have First Aid training.
CONTACT US
We would be pleased to answer any questions you may have about Burnaby Montessori School. If you would like more information about BMS please call our administration office at 604.558.1661.
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We would be pleased to answer any questions you may have about Burnaby Montessori School. If you would like more information about BMS please call our administration office at 604.558.1661.
Located in the Metrotown area of Burnaby B.C., Burnaby Montessori School (BMS) is a fully accredited learning institution licensed with both Fraser Health and the Independent School Branch.
Office Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 4:00pm
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