Inspire Montessori School
Situated within the heart of Markham, IMS offers an authentic Montessori program that nourishes each child’s innate desire to learn and discover, and to reach their own highest potential. With our pristine, eco-friendly school facility that features a fun-filled indoor gym, a large outdoor playground, and a private piano room, we strive to create the perfect environment that fosters the full development and well-being of every single child.
IMS is a CWELCC school. For 2023, base tuition is reduced by 52.25% for all families with children under the age of 6.
The Inspire Advantages
Choosing the right school for your child can be overwhelming. With our 8 Inspire Advantages, each child can fully develop his or her own individual gifts and talents within a caring, supportive, respectful, and fun-filled learning environment.
Eco-friendly School Facility
Authentic Montessori Program
Qualified Staff and Teachers
Multi-disciplinary Development
Indoor Gym & Outdoor Playground
Private Piano Room
Tri-lingual Option
Enhanced Sanitation
Healthy Organic Menu, On-Site Kitchen
We take the safety and wellbeing of our students very seriously. Prepared by our professional chef using the freshest ingredients, we offer organic milk, fruits and vegetables, and filtered water for all our students. Our foods are prepared with low sugar and low sodium content. We also accommodate children with dietary restrictions and allergies by providing nutritious substitutes.
IMS is a nut-free facility.
Our Programs
IMS offers Toddler/Pre-CASA and CASA programs for children from 15 months to 6 years of age. Our academic programs operate from Monday to Friday from 7am to 6:00pm.
Toddler/Pre-Casa Program
15 months – 2.5 years
Our toddler/pre-casa program is a natural extension of the home environment. Our classrooms are safe, warm, and nurturing, allowing toddlers to develop independence, concentration, and self-esteem in preparation for the casa program.
Casa Program
2.5-6 years
Our CASA classroom combines beauty and order to inspire children to explore and learn. In our CASA program, the child chooses from a wide range of authentic Montessori tools based on his/her interests and developmental needs. Our Casa program is focused on 5 key areas: Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural/Science.
Integrated Programs
French, Chinese, Music, Gym, STEAM
In addition to the core Montessori curriculum, we offer a comprehensive program to our students to broaden their learning experience. French, Music, Physical Education, and STEAM programs are included in our program fees. Optional Chinese class is offered daily.
Extracurricular Programs
Extracurricular & Weekends
IMS offers a wide range of popular and innovative extra-curricular after school and weekend programs including Montessori Chinese, Montessori Piano, Orff Music, Dance, Creative Arts, etc. Our programs are specially designed for young children, and are taught by highly qualified teachers in their respective area of expertise.
Before/After Care
7AM – 6PM
IMS’ fun-filled before/after care extended program includes supervised play/games, gym time, music, and arts. Before/After Care program is available to IMS students only.
Camps
15 months – 7 years
Our school offers special-themed Christmas, March, Summer Camps, and PA Day programs that are inspiring, age-appropriate, and fun-filled.
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Book a Private Tour
Thank you for your interest in IMS! Our tour spots are booked up for the next few weeks. If you want an earlier tour, please email us at info@inspiremontessori.ca and we can set up a custom time for you.
Contact Info
Unit 7A, 1210 Castlemore Avenue
Markham, ON
L6E 0H7
Hours
Mon-Friday: 7:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Education is a natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment.
We'd Love to Hear From You!
Contact us for any questions regarding our school or to schedule your private tour.
