Where is Trinity Montessori School located?

Trinity Montessori School is a private independent Montessori school located in the heart of Markham at 9211 Woodbine Avenue, just south of 16th Avenue, only 2km east of Highway 404.

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What are the school hours?

Trinity Montessori School is open from 7:00am to 6:00pm.  Tuition fees are based on the hours selected and can be provided to you during the school tour (see Admissions).

Our core school hours are from 9:00am to 3:30pm.  Drop off for the core hours are  8:30 - 9:00am; pick up for the core hours are 3:30 - 4:00pm.  Early/late fees are charged at a rate of $5 per child per late/early.

Parents can register their child for our extended hours program.  Our extended hours program consists of outside play time,  activities like puzzles and Lego, colouring, snack time (snack not provided), and reading.  Extra-curricular activities are available for a fee.

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How many days per week are the programs?

Trinity Montessori School's programs are five days per week.  Although we offer half-day programs for the Casa level, either mornings or afternoons, we do not offer programs less than five days per week (eg. alternate day programs) in order to allow students to benefit from the Montessori curriculum in a consistent manner.

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How many students attend Trinity Montessori School?

Trinity Montessori School currently has approximately 80 students.  Since its establishment in 1999, our reputation has grown steadily and in 2007 we opened our North Campus at 9221 Woodbine Avenue, adjacent to the main school building at 9211 Woodbine Avenue.

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At what age can I enroll my child?

Trinity Montessori School accepts children from 18 months old into our toddler program. Our Casa program takes children from 2.5 years old. They should be progressing well at home with toilet training.

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What are the classroom ratios?

Trinity Montessori School's Casa classrooms each have one Teacher and one Assistant.  Our teachers are fully qualified Montessori teachers who have completed a MACTE-accredited Montessori teachers training program, and our Casa student maximum is 22 students per room.  Thus, our maximum ratio is 1:11.

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Do the students at Trinity Montessori school wear uniforms?

Yes.  Trinity Montessori School's Casa students wear their uniform once a week on a designated day, as well as on school trips and special occasions.  Our Elementary students wear their uniforms daily.  Parents can purchase the Trinity Montessori School uniform at InSchoolWear at 1550 16th Avenue, Richmond Hill.

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Are there any extracurricular activities?

Yes.  Trinity Montessori School is pleased to offer many programs that enrich your child's experience at school.  There are three terms in which these programs are offered and most fees range from $77 - $130 per term.  Subject to change.

• ballet
• calligraphy
• choir
• private piano lessons
• IQ Club
• Chess Club
• advanced French
• Cantonese
• Mandarin
• newspaper writing
• Tae Kwon Do

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Is there a hot lunch program?

Yes.  Trinity Montessori School is pleased to offer a nutritious, hot catered lunch to our students.  Our caterer is Healthy Kids, and provides our students with a delicious lunch that adheres to the Canada Food Guide, as well as two healthy snacks

The fee for the hot lunch program is $950/school year, and is payable in 10 payments of $95/month.  The hot lunch program is option for elementary students and for older Casa students (Casa Green class), however it is mandatory for the younger and middle Casa students, ages 2.5 to about 5 years. 

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What is your staff turnover?

Very, very low.  Our staff has been very consistent from year-to-year.  We are proud to say that many of our staff have been with Trinity Montessori School for 3 to 6 years.  This provides your child with a consistent and reliable environment in which to thrive.  Low staff turnover can be a good sign that a school is a stable, established and pleasant place to be.

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Are there progress reports for my child?

Yes.  Trinity Montessori School's teachers complete three comprehensive report cards each year for every student.  Our specialist teachers' remarks and/or grades are included where applicable.  We encourage close communication between parents and teachers and schedule parent-teacher interviews two times per school year.

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Is there a physical education program?

Yes.  Trinity Montessori School values physical education for our students.  Our Casa students benefit from the scheduled free play in our large, fully-fenced grassed yard, or on our age-appropriate play structure.  Also, full-day Casa students make good use of our indoor gross motor room on a daily basis, with yoga, stretching, active games and tumbling.

Our older Casa students (age 5+ years) and our elementary students participate in physical education classes at Angus Glen Community Centre, on Major Mackenzie Dr between Warden Ave. and Kennedy Rd. in Markham.  This fabulous new community centre provides our students with swimming lessons in the Fall, skating lessons in the Winter, and tennis lessons in the Spring.    All instruction is provided by approved instructors in their respective sports.  Parents are aware of the times and days of the lessons, and are welcome to come out and watch their children!

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Have a question?  Contact us at info@trinitymontessori.ca or call us at 905-948-8993.