Casa Vera Montessori School was opened on September 2005. We have one Toddler classroom (16 months to 3 years) and one Casa classroom (3 to 6 years).
We consider our size as a great advantage as it enables us to stay very close to children and their families. Children and their families are an integral part of our education as well as our school. The real happiness and success in children's life can be created only through very close interaction between the school and the family.
Therefore, we strongly support our parents in their role and influence in development of the child. Besides Parents-Teacher meetings where we discuss individually with each family the progress/needs of their child, we have regular Parents Nights meetings where we usually introduce aspects of Montessori education to parents and help them to understand how they can support their child at home.
Also, two times in a year, we organize an educational meeting with doctor of Naturopathic Medicine who introduces to parents the benefits of naturopathic medicine/therapy. Naturopathy integrates modern medicine & scientific methodology with traditional systems of healing. It usually includes the use of natural remedies with the emphasis on diet and strengthening the immune system. Proper environmental controls and appropriate naturopathic treatments can, in most cases, help children to bring certain medical or allergic conditions (asthma etc) under control.
Casa Vera Montessori School provides an enriching education, guided by Montessori philosophy, for children in a beautiful, caring and harmonious learning environment. Our classroom has a special atmosphere of cheerful orderliness, calmness and purposeful work.
We empower the child to fully explore the path of self-discovery and development in the Montessori environment. The child's environment is carefully planned and organized to enhance learning in a focused, uninterrupted manner following Montessori principles.
We are proud that our teachers are enthusiastic and devoted professionals with outstanding experience in child education. They embrace the Montessori philosophy with a depth of knowledge and a genuine desire to encourage all children to develop a positive attitude towards learning and education. All head teachers completed Montessori courses and posses recognized certificates/diplomas. They often go beyond the required qualification and continuously expand their professional knowledge.
Licence Status
Regular with Conditions
Legal Status
N/A
Inspection Summary
| Visit Date | Purpose of Visit | Compliance Level on Date of Inspection | Resolved Before Licence Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 95% | Yes |
| Mar 4, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 96% | Yes |
| Apr 26, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 93% | Yes |
Areas of Non Compliance
Terms and Conditions
| The licensee shall ensure that the Licensing Inspection Summary is posted in a conspicuous place in the child care centre at or near an entrance commonly used by parents. The licensee shall ensure that the completed Licensing Checklist and the Summary of Licensing Requirements and Recommendations sheets are readily available for parents. |
| An unlicensed summer camp program is operated in July and August. |
| The operator shall ensure that no child accesses the "Social Hall" on Thursdays between the hours of 12:00 pm and 2:45 pm, when the "Educational Pain Meetings" are taking place. |
| The operator shall ensure that the toddler room is free of stacked adult size chairs stored in the child care space when the children are present. |
| Guidelines and sample menus for preparing bag lunches which meet Canada's Food Guide, as well as procedures for refrigeration or the use of ice packs with bag lunches, shall be provided to each parent and posted at the centre. The operator shall review this information with parents at the time of enrolment and the information shall be included in the centre's parent handbook. The centre shall ensure back-up procedures are in place if a bag lunch is forgotten. |
| Pursuant to sub-section 48(1)(m) of O.Reg.262, parents' written instruction and approval must be obtained if parents request to provide bagged lunches and snacks. |
Director's Approval
| Approval is granted for mixed age grouping pursuant to s.55(2). |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "Casa Vera Montessori School" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toddler | 1.5 | 2.5 | 15 |
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 20 |