Founded in 2007, York Montessori School opened its doors to 6 trusting families. Within 6 months of operation, YMS was at its full licensed capacity of 31 children. In 2008, YMS added a new class increasing the licensed capacity to 57 children and had reached maximum enrolment by the start of the academic year.
YMS was welcomed in the community as a small school and most new registrations come by referral. Our loving teachers provide a nurturing yet academic experience for each individual child. York Montessori School provides children with an excellent Montessori education while providing exceptional childcare.
York Montessori School is a licensed establishment and a school that is proudly accredited by the CCMA (Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators). We practice pure Montessori philosophy and employ highly educated and accredited Montessori teachers who have had their training at a MACTE accredited or AMI teacher-training programme. We are open year round and facilitate child directed programming in a safe, clean and wholesome environment.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
| Nov 6, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 100% | |
| Nov 26, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 96% | Yes |
| May 4, 2012 | Licensing Inspection | 100% |
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. The licensee shall ensure that the total licensed capacity is not exceeded at any time. |
| Pre-Casa – 18 children, more than 30 months of age up to and including 5 years of age |
| Casa 3 - 26 children, 44 months of age and younger than 68 months OR 24 children, more than 30 months of age up to and including 5 years of age |
| Toddler 1 – 15 children, 18 months of age and over up to and including 30 months of age |
| Casa 2 – 26 children, 44 months of age and younger than 68 months OR 24 children, more than 30 months of age up to and including 5 years of age |
| The licensee shall not use the upstairs of the building with classrooms Casa 1,2 and 3 until it is licensed. |
| Full compliance with all “in progress” items shall be fully met by May 27, 2016 and available for ministry review. |
| Casa 1 - 26 children, 44 months of age and younger than 68 months OR 24 children, more than 30 months of age up to and including 5 years of age |
Director's Approval
| Ministry Director approval is granted to allow mixed age grouping as per s.55(2). |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "York 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 | 18 |
| Kindergarten | 3 yr 8 mo | 5 yr 8 mo | 78 |