About Martingrove Montessori School

A Brief History

Martingrove Montessori School was established in September 1996 by owner and principal Brenda Barnes. Brenda opened the first Casa classroom that Fall with only 3 students. In September 2001, our first Elementary classroom was opened to accomodate grades 1- 3. And, in September 2002, we welcomed our first group of 50 students, ranging in ages from 3 to 9. And, in September 2009, we welcomed our first students to Granny Brenda's Classroom.

Our Facilities

Our current school facilities are comprised of 3 very spacious and bright classrooms with large windows that open, allowing in fresh air whenever possible.

Each classroom is equipped with authentic Montessori materials and is known as a "Prepared Environment", which is put together very neatly based on each class' needs, helping the child to be creative and explore each available activity.

Our school facility includes a kitchen adjacent to the classrooms where breakfasts, morning snacks, lunches and afternoon snacks are prepared.

Our school yard is a very large grassy area located just outside the school's main door, providing the full day students with a large outdoor playroom where they are encouraged to run and play freely under the supervision of at least 2 teachers.

Organizations

The Martingrove Montessori School is committed to the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (CCMA) standards and criteria for excellence in Montessori education.

Compliance

The Martingrove Montessori School is in Compliance with all Regulated Policies and Procedures required by:

• The Ministry of Community and Social Services — Day Nurseries Act
• The Ministry of Education — Private Schools
• The Toronto Building and Fire Code
• Toronto Public Health — Communicable Disease and Infection Control
• Toronto Public Health — Food Safety Inspection