Grade 1

2021/03/15 by Natalie

Developing a love of learning

A Prep-ONE student working on place value during Math Class.

Rowntree Montessori Schools’ goal is to develop a lifelong love of learning and unlock the potential in every student that walks through our doors. RMS offers an enriching curriculum that is engaging, relevant, challenging and significant. Our Education is based on developing confident, free thinking individuals, and we pride ourselves on instilling our pupils with values and courtesy. By virtue of small class sizes, we are truly committed to individualized care. Supported by considerable teacher involvement, the children have significant opportunities to grow and develop at their own rate of progress. Staff members are in regular contact with every parent, keeping them updated on their child’s progress and well being. Ongoing communication with parents ensures that children receive the best from both home and school. The students learn in a safe, nurturing environment. The programme is filled with the challenge and success of learning new skills, discovering the world around us and experiencing positive social interaction. Many activities combine academic and social skills development. The students will be prepared for the academic-based Rowntree Montessori Schools Grade 1 programme.

The Rowntree Montessori Schools Prep-ONE Programme is a unique distinctive ethos, to challenge, nurture and develop the skills of 5-year-olds, to reach their full potential. It takes place in an innovative environment where students make an effective transition to the more traditional learning environments found in our Grade 1 to 8 elementary programmes. In addition, the programme will provide the student with the needed skills and a head start for a successful completion of Grade 1. Our Prep-ONE class develops a well-rounded student who is prepared for the RMS Grade 1 programme, and enhances the skills needed to gain the most success.

This programme includes:

Improvement of social skills, cooperation through group work

Increase of self-esteem, and development of responsibility and independence

Development of reading and writing through phonics

Development of mathematics concepts including addition and subtraction, time telling, understanding of money and measurement

Development of sportsmanship, team work, physical fitness, as well as creativity through arts, crafts and music

A richness of many opportunities to learn beyond the classroom, that provides personal challenge, teamwork and the discovery of new skills.

Spots are filling quickly in our Prep-ONE classes for September 2021. To find out more about our award-wining curriculum, please complete an Enquiry Form for the Campus that you are interested in.

2020/10/15 by Natalie

Learning a New Skill During Wellness Time

A Grade 1 Class Learning Sign Language during Wellness Time

The Grade 1 class at the Central Park Campus discussed family during Wellness Time last week. Students learned sign language to a song called “We Are A Family”. Instead of singing, students used sign language to perform the song. This song talks about how we are all different but together we still make a family and share the benefits of being part of a family. This heart-warming video shows that here at Rowntree we are inclusive, diverse and although we may all be different, we are still a family. This is not only a great lesson on core values, but is a wonderful way for children to gain confidence and learn a new skill, such as sign language.

Our Central Park Campus offers programmes from Pre-Kindergarten to Grades 2 in a warm, safe and nurturing environment. The Central Park Campus is conveniently located and offers small class sizes with a small teacher-to-student ratio. We are still accepting applications for the current academic year. Learn how you can help your child reach their full potential by contacting our Central Park Campus at: 905-793-6231 or by filling out an Enquiry Form.

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To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/12/16 by Natalie

The Joy of Learning at Rowntree Montessori Schools

Nurturing Tomorrow’s Achievers Since 1969

Our AHA! Moments take place in our classrooms, every day!

In a technology-infused classroom, the lessons learned go far beyond coding or creating electronic media. At Rowntree, our balanced approach to technology use is designed to promote digital literacy and foster the “softer” 21st Century skills such as citizenship and collaboration. As an extension of our long-standing reading-buddies programme, students from older grades are partnered with their younger schoolmates in using technology as a learning tool. Our Grade 7s and 8s take great pride in leading the younger students in our annual Hour of Code activities; this year they will be coding holiday-themed Public Service Announcements using Scratch (scratch.mit.edu). Throughout the year, various grades are paired in order to explore various educational technologies. Often, students from a more senior grade will be paired with a Grade 1 class in order to share their expertise and refine their leadership skills, but sometimes (as pictured below), students from two neighbouring classrooms will work together in more of a collaborative activity. In all cases, the joy of learning is always evident on the faces of our students.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/11/26 by Natalie

Exploring the Problems with Global Urbanization in Grades 1 to 8

Nurturing Tomorrow’s Achievers Since 1969

Our AHA! Moments take place in our classrooms, every day!

Over the last few weeks, our Grades 1 through 8 worked on our monthly STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Challenge. Rowntree has regular challenges throughout the year to further integrate STEM principles and apply them into the everyday teaching and learning. This year’s overarching theme revolves around urbanization and the various issues associated with growing cities. Students explored problems such as land fragmentation, habitat loss, and the effects of urban living on physical health, and so on. After brainstorming a solution as a class or group, students create a model and present using various tech tools.

For a great article on the addressing urban issues, please click here.

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2019/10/29 by Natalie

Teaching Mindfulness, Meditation and Learning Yoga

Our AHA! Moments take place in our classrooms, every day!

Rowntree Montessori Schools…Nurturing Tomorrow’s Achievers Since 1969

Rowntree Montessori Schools is known for our strong and challenging Academic programme, our focus on 21^st century learning and for developing tomorrow’s leaders and problem-solvers. However, at our schools, teaching our students how to manage stress and anxiety, regulate their emotions, learn empathy, compassion and restoring calmness, is just as important as getting good grades. How do we do this? By teaching our students things like yoga, meditation and mindfulness, at a very young age. To learn more about the benefits of teaching your children mindfulness, meditation and yoga, click here.

2019/10/25 by Natalie

21st Century Learning and Coding in Grade 1

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Our AHA! Moments take place in our classrooms, every day!

Our AHA! Moments are special learning and teachable moments that take place in our classrooms every single day. This past week, Storm, a Grade 1 student, surprised her teacher with a good morning message using coding skills she learned in the classroom. This moment demonstrated Storm’s engagement and interest in her Computer and Technology class, which allowed her to use these newly acquired tech skills outside of the learning space. Rowntree Montessori Schools supports 21^st century learning and ensuring that our students have strong tech skills that will help them prepare for their futures. 21^st century skills not only provide a framework for successful learning in the classroom, but also help to ensure students thrive in a world where change is constant and learning never stops. To learn more about the benefits of 21^st Century Learning, please click here.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/09/13 by Natalie

Reading Buddies in Grade 1

This year, the Grade 6 class at Rowntree Montessori Schools partnered up with the Grade 1B class to participate in the Learning Buddies Programme. According to experts from www.edutopia.org from the George Lucas Educational Foundation, “Partnering with higher achieving peers can have a positive influence on a student’s learning, and students who are older, more capable readers can be these peers for young students.”

At the Academy Campus, this programme runs each Thursday, as Grade 6 students are paired with Grade 1 students, whether in the classroom or library, and together the students work through an educational reading activity. This programme initially began with the intention of being reading centered only, but when the teachers saw how well the two classes worked together, they decided to change to focus to learning in other areas as well. The activities each week may start with a reading exercise, but may also be combined with a larger themed activity, whether learning about personal identity, speech writing or even goal setting. The students often engage in activities based off of what events are happening in the school that week.

A grade six student helping a grade 1 student with reading

Here are some examples of activities that the students have completed:

All About Me booklets
Story writing
Themed crafts
Hour of Code
Goal setting and New Years resolutions
Speech writing
Speech presentations
Read aloud

Through these weekly peer interactions, the students have created meaningful relationships with children outside their grade levels. This has positively contributed to the social environment at RMS. The younger and older students get very excited when it is time for them to see their learning buddy outside of the regular Thursday morning schedule.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2019/01/16 by Natalie

Elementary Programme Information Sessions

The most meaningful investment you can make is in your child’s education!

To learn more about why you should consider our highly desired programmes for your child, we encourage you to attend one of our upcoming Elementary Programme Information Sessions.

Wednesday January 16^th6:00pm @ our Rowntree Montessori Schools Downtown Campus or Central Park Campus

Thursday January 17^th6:00pm @ our Rowntree Montessori Schools Academy Campus

This is a great opportunity to meet with the Principal and teaching staff, and to learn more about our award-winning Elementary programmes (Grades 1 and above) and to visit some of our Elementary classrooms. You can come and learn about our balanced programme that focuses on both traditional learning and new technologies, all delivered within a warm and nurturing environment. Plus you will have the chance to take a guided tour and get more information about our registration process for September 2019!

Both current RMS parents and prospective parents who are considering enrolling their child(ren) in our Grade Level programmes for either September 2019 or in future years are invited and encouraged to attend one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools’ Grade Level Curriculum, programmes and opportunities.

Who should attend:
-Parents who have a child entering Grade 1 in September 2019 or in future years
-Parents who have a child entering other Elementary Grade levels in September 2019
-Parents who have questions about our award-winning programme, who may apply for 2019

Get Informed To Make An Educated Decision Regarding Your Child’s Education:

Presentation on our enriched Grade Level Curriculum & Educational Programmes
Take a Guided School Tour
Meet our Principals and teaching staff
Learn about the results at RMS versus public school
French at RMS versus public school French Immersion
Learn about our registration process, schedule and options

NOTE: Supervision is available for your child(ren) while you attend. The presentation is approximately two hours long and the guided school tour takes approximately 20 minutes.

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2018/04/03 by Natalie

Hands On Learning in Grade 1 – Private School

Whenever possible at Rowntree Montessori Schools, we encourage the use of manipulatives and hands on materials in the classroom to problem solve, especially in mathematics. According to Small (2009), “there is a strongly held belief in the mathematics education community that when students are actively engaged in constructing their own understanding of a concept through hands on materials, they better understand what is being taught”. In fact, Canadian researchers of education in Kindergarten to Grade 8 classrooms often suggest that children who are encouraged to focus on how to solve problems over how to complete exercises, better understand concepts. Click here to read Chapter 1 of Making Math Meaningful to Canadian Students, K–8 by Marian Small.

Grade 1 stuents at RMS private school in Brampton problem solving through the use of manipulatives — Grade 1 students at RMS Central Park Campus showcasing their playgrounds in science class

Recently, our Grade One students at the RMS Central Park Campus completed a unit of science about Materials, Objects and Structures. To complete the unit, students needed to build their own playground out of available materials, such as cardboard, paint, pipe cleaners, tubes and other supplies. Prior to building the playground, each student needed to create a blueprint of what he or she was planning to build, outlining what materials would best support his or her structure. Not only did this challenge encourage students to visualize and problem solve, but when presenting their projects they needed to verbalize their creations. This was a great learning opportunity for each student, and we are proud of their results.

We are currently still accepting applications to our Grade 1 programme, but space is very limited. Click here to Apply Now or Contact the Admissions Office at 905-790-3838 for more information today!

We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you the private school community of which we are so proud!

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

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2018/01/16 by Natalie

SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE – Jan 20th from 10am-2pm

Come and discover the opportunity you can provide your child to succeed Now and in their Future. Our Saturday Private School Open House is a perfect opportunity to tour our campuses and meet our teachers, particularly if you are unable to take advantage of our Open House ANYTIME opportunity. It’s your chance to see our campuses when it might be more convenient for you!

Take just a few minutes to come by our Private School Open House on Saturday Jan 20, 2018 (10 am – 2 pm) at our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses and discover the opportunity and possibilities for your child to love learning and excel. Your visit could be your first step in empowering your child’s journey towards their dreams!

Students using robots at RMS for Open House on June 3, 2017 — Students using Dash & Dot robots

Apply NOW for September 2018! Click here to find out more.

Here’s a map which illustrates the locations of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses.

We will gladly take the time with you and your family to:

Tour the facilities (typically takes 15-20 minutes)
Provide you with the opportunity to meet teachers and administrators
Outline our enriched educational programmes
Inform you about the wide variety of before and after school activities available
Discuss registration options for Pre-Kindergarten (starting at 2 years 8 months old as of September 2018) to Grade 8

We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you the private school community of which we are so proud!

To learn more about Rowntree Montessori Schools (RMS), continue browsing our website and ideally drop by any of our welcoming, friendly and family oriented campuses for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm. If you prefer, call to book an appointment for a personal tour anytime Monday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm.

More details about Rowntree Montessori Schools‘ approach to education can be seen by clicking here .