Our goal is to encourage and nurture the child's natural love for learning, creativity and independence. The elementary years are the most important in a child's love for learning and enjoyment of school.
Language and math are approached in a concrete way. By the age of 5 children are reading phonetic words, assembling the numbers 1 to 100 sequentially and learning to keep record of their work. All materials are attractive to the child as they are authentically Montessori; they are created with detail, precision and rich colours.
Language Punctuation, parts of speech, poetry, reading and comprehension are all stepping stones for the early elementary aged child. They are introduced to the library, independent research, and the opportunity to complete and present monthly projects to the class.
Math Fractions, geometric solids, and the application of the 4 mathematical operations becomes exciting for the child. All lessons are experienced with concrete beads, cubes, skittles etc. All lessons are approached in different ways and the materials are used until the child feels he/she no longer needs them and can calculate in an abstract way. A solid foundation in math is paramount for a child to learn, understand and enjoy this area.
Cultural materials include everything relating to history, botany, science, zoology, art, computer and music. We offer a variety of materials in these areas and the children are encouraged to research more in any area of interest. We have our own library of resources for their use on a daily basis.
Music is offered twice weekly with emphasis on rhythm and movement. Individual piano, or vocal lessons are offered through the course of the academic day. The children perform twice annually for families to enjoy. Our winter and spring concerts include poetry, drama, song, and musical performances; each child is offered the chance to perform.
French is offered as a second language three times weekly. Lessons are conversational and music is incorporated in many of the lessons for the children's enjoyment. The computer is visited several times through the week offering time to learn keyboarding, math, and language and art activities through the use of several different programs.
Mandarin is offered as a way for our school to prepare students for the 21st century global economy. With China's rise as an economic superpower, Mandarin Chinese is increasingly seen as a must-learn foreign language. MAW is the first elementary school in Windsor to offer Mandarin. After school, private lessons will be offered to students from other schools as well.
Practical life is an area of the class that offers advanced crafts, sewing, weaving, lacing etc. The children are able to create and appreciate one another's work. They are encouraged to visit the area through the course of the week to aid them in their focus, concentration and creativity.
Physical education is offered through two 5 week programs, one at Kidfit and one in gymnastics; these sessions are held off our campus. Soccer, racing, relays and sleding are all taught at the park during our daily recess time.
The school is opened at 7:30 am for before school care and as late as 6:00 pm with an after school care program.
Language and math are approached in a concrete way. By the age of 5 children are reading phonetic words, assembling the numbers 1 to 100 sequentially and learning to keep record of their work. All materials are attractive to the child as they are authentically Montessori; they are created with detail, precision and rich colours.
Language Punctuation, parts of speech, poetry, reading and comprehension are all stepping stones for the early elementary aged child. They are introduced to the library, independent research, and the opportunity to complete and present monthly projects to the class.
Math Fractions, geometric solids, and the application of the 4 mathematical operations becomes exciting for the child. All lessons are experienced with concrete beads, cubes, skittles etc. All lessons are approached in different ways and the materials are used until the child feels he/she no longer needs them and can calculate in an abstract way. A solid foundation in math is paramount for a child to learn, understand and enjoy this area.
Cultural materials include everything relating to history, botany, science, zoology, art, computer and music. We offer a variety of materials in these areas and the children are encouraged to research more in any area of interest. We have our own library of resources for their use on a daily basis.
Music is offered twice weekly with emphasis on rhythm and movement. Individual piano, or vocal lessons are offered through the course of the academic day. The children perform twice annually for families to enjoy. Our winter and spring concerts include poetry, drama, song, and musical performances; each child is offered the chance to perform.
French is offered as a second language three times weekly. Lessons are conversational and music is incorporated in many of the lessons for the children's enjoyment. The computer is visited several times through the week offering time to learn keyboarding, math, and language and art activities through the use of several different programs.
Mandarin is offered as a way for our school to prepare students for the 21st century global economy. With China's rise as an economic superpower, Mandarin Chinese is increasingly seen as a must-learn foreign language. MAW is the first elementary school in Windsor to offer Mandarin. After school, private lessons will be offered to students from other schools as well.
Practical life is an area of the class that offers advanced crafts, sewing, weaving, lacing etc. The children are able to create and appreciate one another's work. They are encouraged to visit the area through the course of the week to aid them in their focus, concentration and creativity.
Physical education is offered through two 5 week programs, one at Kidfit and one in gymnastics; these sessions are held off our campus. Soccer, racing, relays and sleding are all taught at the park during our daily recess time.
The school is opened at 7:30 am for before school care and as late as 6:00 pm with an after school care program.
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