Precious Stones Montessori

Precious Stones Montessori Casa Program (2-6 year olds) By giving each child respect and responsibility, independent choices can be made that inspire the child.

Precious Stones Montessori (PSM) Casa Program has its roots in the child care philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, whose scientific observations of children gave birth to a new approach to childhood learning. Montessori believed that a child is able to reach his or her fullest potential in an environment that provides the proper balance of guidance and freedom. At Precious Stones Montessori, I inco

rporate the Montessori child care philosophy in these ways:
• I encourage children to choose materials that interest them and to meet each day's challenges with excitement and enthusiasm. Through self-directed exploration of the materials, children move from concrete experiences to a working knowledge of abstract ideas.

• Children progress through the curriculum at their own rate, motivated by their natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge. I teach to the individual based on his or her specific interests and abilities. In this way, learning is not a race or a chore, but a route to discovery.

• PSM classroom and work areas are filled with furniture and materials that are accessible, attractive and orderly. Everything is made with special care to fit the small child.

• I have a multi-aged class where younger children learn from older children. This builds a sense of community, helps older children develop responsibility and self-esteem, and inspires younger children to meet their potential.

• Classroom rules are based on the core Montessori beliefs of respect - respect for each other, respect for ourselves, and respect for the environment. I respond in a gentle, controlled manner when needing to correct or redirect a child's behaviour. Together, these practices create the kind of environment that makes Precious Stones Montessori so special, one in which learning is fun, exciting and challenging.

Congratulations Nora! Today, she completed her SrK Plaid Phonics workbook.
01/23/2025

Congratulations Nora! Today, she completed her SrK Plaid Phonics workbook.

We’ve been indoors for 3 days, because of the extreme cold temperatures. It’s been busy and fun, but we can’t wait to ge...
01/22/2025

We’ve been indoors for 3 days, because of the extreme cold temperatures. It’s been busy and fun, but we can’t wait to get back to outdoor recesses tomorrow. 🤞🏻

Congratulations to Tova! Today, she mastered the lowercase sandpaper letters!
01/15/2025

Congratulations to Tova! Today, she mastered the lowercase sandpaper letters!

01/14/2025
Passage of TimeThe earth has orbited the sun 4 times since Nora’s birth. 🌎 ☀️ 🎉
01/09/2025

Passage of Time

The earth has orbited the sun 4 times since Nora’s birth. 🌎 ☀️ 🎉

Happy 4th Birthday, Nora!
01/09/2025

Happy 4th Birthday, Nora!

Congratulations Ari! Today, he completed his Kindergarten Plaid Phonics workbook.
01/08/2025

Congratulations Ari! Today, he completed his Kindergarten Plaid Phonics workbook.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year, PSM families!

My past graduates came for a special visit day 💕These cuties were all 2 years old when they started at PSM. Now they’re...
12/30/2024

My past graduates came for a special visit day 💕

These cuties were all 2 years old when they started at PSM. Now they’re 7-11 year olds! Wow! Where did those years go? I love that they keep coming back year after year for a visit.

Chester and Snowflake left us a note telling us to check the freezer. Inside was a frozen snowman to paint and a mold to...
12/19/2024

Chester and Snowflake left us a note telling us to check the freezer. Inside was a frozen snowman to paint and a mold to make more! ⛄️

Secret Santa Time!
12/19/2024

Secret Santa Time!

Congratulations Edie! She has mastered her lowercase sandpaper letters!
12/16/2024

Congratulations Edie! She has mastered her lowercase sandpaper letters!

Day 3Felt Gingerbread People
12/12/2024

Day 3

Felt Gingerbread People

Day 2 Christmas Lantern Ornaments
12/12/2024

Day 2

Christmas Lantern Ornaments

12/12/2024

There are kids that love to play in -17 temperatures, and then there are kids that don’t. ❄️🥶😉

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Collingwood, ON

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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There are kids that love to play in -17 temperatures, and then there are kids that don’t. ❄️🥶😉

Adding some colour to our Halloween pumpkins. 🖍️ 🎃

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Zaahira reading to her friends on an overcast Friday afternoon.

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