| PROGRAM DESCRIPTION |
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| Information | Montessori is a Self Guided Learning model with mixed age classrooms with 3-year groupings. It is a constructivist or “discovery” model, where students learn concepts primarily by working with specialized educational materials developed by Maria Montessori and her collaborators. This approach also builds independence as they plan their own lessons, achieving academic success within the British Columbia Curriculum. |
| Program Goals | The goal of Montessori education is to foster a child’s natural inclination to learn and to be a self-guided learner. |
| Program Grades | Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
| Program Location | Silver Star Elementary School 1404 35th Avenue |
| STUDENT REGISTRATION & SELECTION PROCESS |
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| Information | Students are only accepted at the Kindergarten level or with previous Montessori experience. Interested students must complete the standard
Montessori Registration Letter 2024 Program of Choice Application 2025-2026 Student Transfer Application Form 2025-2026 If you are new to SD22 and your child is not currently registered in the district, please contact Silver Star School and follow all regular district registration processes.
Program Information Session: Date: Monday, January 13, 2025 Time: 6:00pm Location: Silver Star Elementary School Library |
| Selection Process | If the number of applicants exceeds the maximum number of available seats, selection will be done by lottery. Please click here for more information on the lottery process. |
| TRANSPORTATION |
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| Information | Students are subject to the Approved Program of Choice Eligible Rider Fee which can be found HERE |
| CONTACT INFO |
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| Information | Jacqueline Taylor Principal Silver Star Elementary Email: jahtaylor@sd22.bc.ca Phone: 250-545-4409 |