Last Saturday was the United Nations International Day of Peace. As a school educating for peace, we highlight this day in our calendar and remind families how peace, connection and concepts of humanity are woven into learning and life at FMS. Dr. Montessori believed that education should help children see themselves as part of a larger human family. By studying the universal needs that all humans share, children develop a...
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Written by FMS Music and Drama teacher, Xiomara Barahona- Gordillo With NESA’s new Creative Arts syllabus to be implemented from 2027, Forestville Montessori School has been quick to act, taking the lead early and officially welcoming drama into our co-curricular program at the start of 2025. Drama is so much more than being on stage. It develops communication skills, teamwork, and self-esteem. It fosters creativity, helps children gain new perspectives,...
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At FMS, in addition to meeting (often exceeding) students’ academic, social and physical learning needs, our programs intentionally prepare children for the world beyond the classroom, beyond school. We prepare children for life, and for a life of peace! In Montessori, peace is more than a concept, it is a living practice that starts within the child and expands outward, creating a world grounded in understanding and empathy. You can...
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With Sydney sunshine making a grand and very welcome appearance for the start of spring, we are excited to get our students back into the FMS gardens for more learning and growing in our bountiful outdoor spaces. One of the many beautiful and empowering aspects of Montessori education is how it helps children understand themselves as valued members of their communities through Care of the Environment. Practical Life work provides...
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