EARLY MONTESSORI
Early Montessori
is a program of choice offered by School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) at the
Kindergarten to Grade 5 levels.
- The program provides;
- a rich learning environment for students based on Montessori principles and fulfills the expectations of the Ministry of Education.
- an approach that supports continuous progress, as students learn to work on personal goals and academic challenges.
- Students learn to work independently, in small groups and as peer leaders.
- The program is delivered following the Montessori philosophy of learning.
- Students make use of a variety of information sources in their project work, including explorations, technology, print and human resources.
- The program supports students in becoming lifelong learners and global citizens.
Which schools offer the Early Entry Montessori Program?
Aspenwood Elementary (K-5)
| Harbour View Elementary (K-5)
| Seaview Elementary (K-5)
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Baker Drive Elementary (K-5)
| James Park Elementary (K-5)
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Hampton Park Elementary (K-5)
| Miller Park Elementary (K-5)
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LATE ENTRY MONTESSORI
Late Entry Montessori is a program of choice offered by School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) at the
Grades 6 to 8 levels.
- The Late Montessori Program provides a rich learning environment for students. It is based on Montessori principles and fulfills the expectations of the Ministry of Education.
- The Montessori approach supports continuous progress, as students learn to work on personal goals and academic challenges.
- Students learn to work independently, in small groups and as peer leaders.
- The program is delivered following the Montessori philosophy of learning.
- Students make use of a variety of information sources in their project work, including explorations, technology, print and human resources.
- Montessori at middle school emphasizes critical and creative thinking, community service and student-initiated learning with in-depth studies.
- The program supports students in becoming lifelong learners and global citizens.
Which schools offer the Late Entry Montessori Program?
Montgomery Middle School (6-8)
| Scott Creek Middle School (6-8)
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Application Process for Early and Late Entry Montessori
To apply for Montessori for September 2025:
Applications for the Montessori Programs are now closed.
To apply for Montessori for September 2026:
Applications for Programs of Choice (French Immersion, Montessori, Mandarin Bilingual) for September 2026 (School Year 2026-27) will open starting 9:00 am January 8, 2026 to January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm. The link will be available on the front page of our website at www.sd43.bc.ca.
- Kindergarten Program of Choice parents will be notified by email on the status of their application beginning Monday, January 26th
- Late (Grade 6) Program of Choice parents will be notified by email on the status of their application beginning Tuesday, January 27th.
Families who have been accepted into a program of choice do not need to apply for cross catchment. The school will provide directions regarding registration.