Tynehead Montessori Elementary FAQ'S
What is the admission criteria for student enrolment at Mountainview Montessori School?
Mountainview Montessori School is a public Montessori program. It is a part of the Surrey School District 36 "Choice Programs". There is no criteria for admission.
Does Mountainview Montessori School have a catchment area?
No. All students that live in the City of Surrey are welcome to attend.
Do tuition fees apply?
No. Mountainview Montessori Elementary School is a publicly funded Surrey School District "Choice Program". There are no tuition fees. Mountainview Montessori does collect $55.00 per primary student to cover the cost of school supplies. Teachers use the pooled monies to purchase the required school supplies for the entire year.
What is the process for registration?; do I need to register years in advance in order to secure a spot for my child?
Registration will occur for entry into Kindergarten/Grade 1 each year. The registration date will be in January and registration procedures are published in advance in the Surrey newspapers. In the past a phone-in time was scheduled each January; as of 2004, school based registration will take the place of phoning the Surrey school district.
The addition of Kindergarten is now at both Mountainview and Sunnyside Montessori schools.
What kind of child attends Montessori?
The Montessori method is an international approach to learning with no distinctions of class, culture or intelligence. This academic expertise coupled with the happy, interested, confident and organized demeanor these children present, singles them out among children who have not had the same educational advantages. Most people develop and use but a small portion of their potential; Montessori children seem brighter because they are exposed to more. Montessori education allows your child to progress towards whatever he can become, as it focuses on the whole child, addressing intellectual, aesthetic, physical, emotional and social needs as well.
How will my child adjust to public schools after a Montessori school?
Whether students move on to attend private school or go on to a public school, Montessori education provides an excellent background. Studies show that Montessori children adjust well and are generally among the better students. They spend their time more productively because of their self-direction and positive attitudes toward learning.