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About Burnaby

Montessori School

More Than Traditional Childcare

A Structured Montessori School Where Children Build Confidence, Independence, and Strong Early Learning Foundations.

Serving Burnaby and Vancouver families since 1995.

Many families begin looking for more than supervision as their children grow. They want a calm, structured environment where their child feels supported, develops confidence, and builds positive learning habits that extend beyond the classroom.

At Burnaby Montessori School, children learn in a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment designed to encourage independence, curiosity, focus, and school readiness.

Families often notice meaningful progress both at school and at home — including stronger routines, growing confidence, and increased independence.

Located in Burnaby’s Metrotown area, BMS is a fully accredited Montessori school licensed through Fraser Health and the Independent School Branch of British Columbia.

Programs are available for children ages 30 months through Grade 1.

Supporting Children Through the Transition to School

Starting preschool is a major transition, and every child adjusts differently.

At BMS, children are supported through consistent classroom routines, caring guidance, and individualized attention as they become more comfortable in the Montessori environment.

Families often appreciate the strong communication and thoughtful support provided during this transition period. Over time, many children become more confident, independent, and excited to participate in daily classroom activities.

A Place Where Children Feel Supported and Encouraged

Children often thrive in calm, structured environments where they feel supported and encouraged to participate independently.
At BMS, children learn in thoughtfully prepared Montessori classrooms designed to encourage focus, curiosity, confidence, and positive social interaction.
Parents often notice their children becoming:
more independent,
more communicative,
more engaged,
and more excited about learning and school.
Through guided, hands-on learning experiences and consistent classroom routines, children build confidence while developing practical everyday skills.
Many families describe BMS as a welcoming Montessori school community that balances nurturing support with structured early learning.

Why Families Choose BMS

Families choose Burnaby Montessori School because they are looking for more than traditional childcare. They want a structured Montessori environment where children are encouraged to build confidence, independence, communication skills, and positive learning habits through guided participation and consistent routines. Parents consistently tell us they value the balance BMS provides between: nurturing support, structured early learning, individualized guidance, and strong communication with families. Families often notice meaningful progress over time, including: stronger routines, increased independence, improved communication, greater confidence, and excitement about learning. Many parents also appreciate the calm classroom environment and the caring relationships they build with our teachers and staff. For many families, BMS becomes an important part of their child’s early learning foundation.

A More Intentional Start for Early Learning

At BMS, Montessori learning encourages children to become active, curious, and confident learners. Children participate in guided, hands-on learning experiences within calm, structured classrooms designed to support independence, focus, and everyday skill development. Rather than expecting every child to learn in the same way, our educators provide individualized guidance within consistent classroom routines. This balanced approach helps children build confidence while progressing at a pace appropriate for their developmental readiness. Families often notice positive changes outside the classroom as well, including increased independence, stronger communication, and greater confidence in daily routines.

Building Strong Foundations for the Future

Early learning is about more than academics. It is also about helping children build confidence, communication skills, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. At BMS, children are encouraged to participate actively in daily classroom activities while learning in a caring, structured environment designed to support positive routines and growth. Parents often notice children becoming: more focused, more socially confident, more independent, and more prepared for future school environments. We believe children thrive when they are supported through consistent routines, guided participation, and positive learning experiences.

A School Families Feel Connected To

Choosing a preschool is an important decision for families. Parents want to know their child is safe, supported, and cared for in a positive learning environment each day. At BMS, we believe strong communication and meaningful relationships with families are an important part of every child’s experience. We prioritize open and consistent communication so families feel informed, involved, and connected throughout their child’s learning journey. Many families tell us they value the caring relationships they build with our teachers and staff. This partnership helps children feel more comfortable, confident, and supported over time. For many parents, peace of mind comes from knowing their child is treated with kindness, respect, and individualized attention each day.

What Parents Notice Most

Families often tell us they notice meaningful growth both at school and at home after joining BMS.

Many parents describe their children becoming more confident, independent, communicative, and excited about learning each day.

Featured Parent Experiences

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

Mandy Dosanjh

This is a fantastic school for little ones, we are so happy to have found this place. The teachers and other staff have been amazing with our 3 year old, who tends to be quite shy. In general, you get a sense that there is a good balance between structure and learning with fun and exploration. The parent/teacher meetings are productive - it's obvious that the teachers are super observant and attentive to each child's needs. Most importantly, our child seems to really enjoy being at the school...he's often singing a tune he's picked up or happily sharing what he's just learned.

Carmen C

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

Both of my kids have stayed in BMS for three years. I like here and so do my kids. Teachers and staff are all very friendly and responsible, you can also feel they are truly care every dimension of kids development. BMS arranges different activities to help parents have a insight of how school working and how kids doing at school. I can also see my children learning happily and became more independent in these years. It’s a pity that they did not offer grade 2 otherwise I will keep my kids at BMS.

Tammy Ho

A Welcoming School Community

At Burnaby Montessori School, we are committed to creating a welcoming, caring, and supportive environment for all children and families.
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and feel respected within a positive school community.
We are proud to foster an environment where children and families feel valued, included, supported, and encouraged throughout their experience at BMS.

Discover the BMS Difference

Choosing the right early learning environment can play an important role in a child’s confidence and future relationship with learning. At Burnaby Montessori School, families find more than childcare. They find a caring, structured, school-style environment where children are encouraged to participate, build independence, and develop confidence each day. Parents often tell us they notice meaningful growth in their children after joining BMS: greater independence, improved communication, increased confidence, and excitement about learning. We invite you to visit our school, meet our educators, and experience the BMS learning environment firsthand. What to Expect During Your Tour Meet our educators Explore our Montessori classrooms Learn about our programs and daily routines Discuss your child’s learning needs See how children build confidence and independence through Montessori learning Explore whether BMS is the right fit for your family

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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