This Term at FMS, ten preschool students and 10 older adults from our community have been working an playing together with a hope to improve the wellbeing and quality of life of older adults now and in the future… In today's rapidly aging society, addressing the health and well-being of older adults has become a pressing concern. The George Institute for Global Health has embarked on an innovative journey to...
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This week at Forestville Montessori, we celebrate the 3rd birthday of one of our favourite furry friends, Monty! Monty is our unofficial school mascot. He is a source of endless joy and playfulness for students at FMS and a gentle, calming companion for children who need extra support from time to time. Did you know that Monty – and the team of other animals at FMS – are part of...
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Marking the end of Preschool and the first stage of Primary School, Kindergarten is a pivotal year in children’s lives and learning. Starting Kindergarten often means less time at home, more days at school, longer days at school and for some children, it might even be their first time at school! It’s a time of rapid growth and increasing independence. As with any period of change, moving to kindergarten can...
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As we help our children learn to navigate the world, we are supporting their journey toward independence. In Montessori, we often emphasise the importance of independence. But did you know that independence isn’t the end goal? Our Children’s Journey Dr. Maria Montessori observed four distinct planes of development, each representing a stage in the human journey toward greater maturity, independence, and ultimately, interdependence. At each stage, children have specific developmental...
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