About Langford Montessori

👩🏼‍🏫 What is Montessori?

Montessori teaching is a scientific approach which allows children to discover and free their natural love of learning. This way of learning follows the laws of nature instead of a conventional teacher-directed curriculum. A Montessori Directress (teacher) is functioning to control the environment, not the child, and to direct learning. For academic development, the Montessori Directress provides self-teaching materials that allow children to learn in a free and independent manner.

Montessori emphasizes learning through all five senses, not just through listening, watching, or reading. Children in Montessori classes learn at their own, individual pace and according to their own choice of activities from many possibilities. Learning is an exciting process of discovery, leading to concentration, motivation, self-discipline, and a love of learning. Montessori classes place children in three-year age groups (3-6, 6-9, 9-12, and so on), forming communities in which the older children spontaneously share their knowledge with the younger ones.

🏆 The Program

The Montessori philosophy encourages children to work at their own level with activities that call to their individual interests. A group of mixed ages provides opportunities of leadership as well as encouragement to strive for what’s next. The program places emphasis on the development of social responsibility and independence. The Curriculum areas are: Practical Life, Sensorial, Mathematics, Language, Geography, Science and Culture, Arts and Crafts. Activities in all of these areas are available at all times. The children are encouraged to choose their own activities, and are guided towards activities that will help support all areas of growth. The role of the directress is to ensure that every child has the opportunity to develop to his/her full potential. The classroom is very structured and orderly. The children are expected to respect the materials, their peers and teachers, and to take care of their environment (classroom). We learn The “Davis Learning Strategies” which help us Self Regulate our Bodies. This includes: releasing excess energy, setting our energy level as required for different types of activities, focusing our minds for concentration and memory.

We follow an emergent curriculum, and enjoy filling our calendar with tons of fun learning experiences!

đź—¨ Testimonials

Brett K.

My oldest has gone to Langford Montessori for the last two years and we are thrilled with the experience. When they are old enough, the other children will also attend. I highly recommend Julie and am very happy with the developmental activities and curriculum at Langford Montessori.

Brett K.

K.D.

My two children have both attended Langford Montessori and had very positive experiences. My first daughter joined the school in 2019 when she was 4 years old and learned so much from Ms. Julie. It was amazing how quickly she caught on and became more independent. When Covid hit, we were unable to continue, but Ms. Julie arranged a safe, outdoor, preschool ‘graduation’ for the students so they could reunite and feel an amazing sense of accomplishment.

My youngest daughter was 3.5 years old when she started and a bit more hesitant to leave mom. After a few weeks, she became comfortable enough to engage with the class and enjoy her time at pre-school. She has already learned to write her name (and other words) and loves playing in the big backyard. She even overcame minor speech impediment after practice and encouragement at school.

I highly recommend Langford Montessori to any parent looking for a safe and comfortable learning environment for their children.

K.D.

Kim K.

I would recommend Ms Julie and Langford Montessori to anyone looking for an incredible preschool experience. Our oldest is currently in her second year and we plan on sending our other kids as well. I’m always amazed by how much our daughter has learned!

Kim K.

Thorne Family

Miss Julie (and Langford Montessori) has been instrumental in the social and educational development of our two girls. She does an amazing job implementing the Montessori method enabling them to feel in control and able to follow their passions while learning.

We’ve witnessed how well this has impacted other areas of our girls lives and set them up for success moving into the public school system and the value of routine and independence at home.

On top of that, Miss Julie herself is a warm, calm yet fun teacher that the girls both LOVE! We couldn’t sing her praises enough and would strongly encourage anyone looking for a preschool to reach out to Langford Montessori!

Thorne Family

Jamie & Clinton

Langford Montessori was the perfect fit for our daughter. Ms. Julie is an incredibly kind, caring, and competent educator who provides continuous diverse, enriched learning opportunities throughout the school year – from special activities and events, outings, visits from community professionals, baking, crafting, music, early literacy and numeracy, life skill teachings, and so much more. Our daughter has learned so much and her confidence and independence has grown immensely. We feel so grateful to have had this preschool experience with Ms. Julie and highly recommend the program!

Jamie & Clinton

Anonymous

I would HIGHLY recommend your school! It’s been incredible to see the growth and development my kids have achieved since starting in September! I just wish I had started them with you sooner!

Anonymous

Ryan & Su-Mei

We are absolutely impressed with Langford Montessori, we wouldn’t have our daughter anywhere else. Ms. Julie runs an amazing program, full of creativity and ways to make learning fun. We have nothing but positive things to say about Langford Montessori and we appreciate the cleanliness and organization of the classroom. With the guidance of Ms. Julie, our daughter has become more independent, and also confident with herself. Langford Montessori has been such a positive experience for us.

Ryan & Su-Mei

C.D.

Langford Montessori was an essential step in preparation for elementary school. Because of Julie’s unique approach using the Montessori curriculum, transitioning into kindergarten was easy and stress free for the whole family! Julie’s warm and welcoming environment provides a wonderful opportunity for structured learning and lots of fun!

C.D.

Emilie & Dave Lane

After a very unsuccessful attempt at a larger daycare centre, we wearily registered our not-yet-three-year-old at Langford Montessori. Having only been previously cared for by family, she didn’t do well with her corporate daycare experience, which lasted several months with tears and major separation anxiety at every drop off. A friend couldn’t say enough good things about Ms. Julie so we decided to make the switch, and we now consider ourselves very lucky to have secured a spot. Competent, kind, caring and calm, Ms. Julie is all you could ask for in a caregiver. Our daughter took to her right away, which was an excellent sign as she rarely warms up to anyone immediately. She also earned our 100% trust on the first visit–and that’s saying a lot for parents who don’t leave their children in anyone but grandparents’ care. Our daughter was drawn into the classroom by the fascinating work stations. In the morning she can hardly wait to get started and it’s difficult to get her to leave. This school is exactly what she needed to stimulate her growing mind, body and spirit. I only wish we could clone Ms. Julie so that we could recommend her to more of our friends. We can’t say enough good things about her and are looking forward to sending our baby boy there once he’s old enough too!

Emilie & Dave Lane

Natasha Rumpel

I am impressed with the curriculum and diverse learning opportunities my daughter has had this past year at Langford Montessori. She loves coming to school and I recommend this program to everyone.

Natasha Rumpel

Shauna & Kirby Garside

We couldn’t be happier with Langford Montessori and Miss Julie. Our daughter always comes home with a huge smile and endless stories about what she did at school. She has developed a passion for learning, valuable life skills (Yay for a 4 year old that properly folds laundry!), and so much confidence in herself.

Shauna & Kirby Garside