“I chose FMS for an authentic Montessori education that values independence, developing self-discipline, peacefulness, friendliness with error, and a place where my child can be their authentic self.”
FMS Parent, 2024
Choosing the right school for your child is a significant decision. How do you make that decision? What do you need to know to help you take the next step? Everyone has an opinion so which way to turn?
We’re here to help. Websites are now cited as the top research tool used by parents to search for a school followed of course by word of mouth. So what do our parents have to say about Forestville Montessori School? You’ll find lots of information in our website but if you like to read the numbers here are some remarkable statistics taken from our parent survey:
Agreed that FMS prepares children for lifelong learning.
Agreed that FMS provides sound teaching of the basics.
Agreed that FMS provides a challenging curriculum.
Agreed that FMS provides
challenging work that stretches
student thinking.
Agreed that their child
is happy at FMS.
Agreed that their child is
valued and respected .
Agreed that the Montessori materials are beautifully presented.
Agreed that the classroom
environments are welcoming.
Agreed that their children are in a well-rounded learning environment.
Numbers speak one language. Our school speaks many languages that all focus on exemplary education but the language we like to hear most are the words from our children:
“I love my school!”
We can’t wait to welcome you and your family to experience first-hand the special magic of Forestville Montessori School.
Denice Scala,
CEO/Principal
Philosophy In Action
Learn about how the Montessori philosophy is implemented through the teaching at FMS. Hear from our parents and teachers about how a Montessori education can benefit your child, taking them beyond inspired.
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More than Movement: Montessori Dance
This week at Forestville Montessori School, we invited the wonderful Kei from Montessori Dance to share insights about teaching dance in a Montessori environment. Movement at Montessori A key element that differentiates Montessori schools from the mainstream is our child-centred approach, emphasising the development of the whole child. Maria Montessori, the founder of the Montessori approach, believed that education should cater to all aspects of a child’s development—intellectual, physical, social,…
Grace and courtesy for social development and relationships
As we develop a new vision and mission for our school, we continually refer to the guiding principles of Montessori philosophy. What are the values we impart to our students and how can we, as educators, leaders and parents, cultivate these in our own lives? Two words regularly used in the Montessori classroom are grace and courtesy. To inspire grace and courtesy in our children, we need to model these…
Staff Development: Cultivating Hope, Joy and Authenticity (with Dr Andrew Fuller)
Last Friday, as part of the Combined Sydney Montessori Staff Development Day for 2024, FMS staff were treated to a live presentation from clinical psychologist, Dr. Andrew Fuller. Dr Fuller is a psychologist, author and (very entertaining) speaker. He specialises mental health and wellbeing for young people and their families, working with schools, communities and individuals in Australia and around the world. According to his website, Dr Fuller ‘puts the…
