Montessori
Pre-School
in North York
Nestled in a serene ravine setting in North York, Toronto, Forest Grove Montessori provides a purposeful learning environment where your child is the architect of their own discovery.
Built on Philosophy & Community
Serving families in North York and the Greater Toronto Area since 1999, Forest Grove Montessori nurtures natural curiosity through a child-centered Montessori approach that fosters independence, respect, and a lifelong love for learning. Our licensed preschool welcomes children from Willowdale, Newtonbrook, and surrounding North York neighbourhoods.
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
53 Madawaska Ave,
North York, ON M2M 2R2
CWELCC Participating Centre
We are part of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care program, supporting more affordable licensed child care for families.
Key Areas of Learning
The five pillars of the Montessori journey, designed to develop the whole child.
Language Education
Language development in the Montessori classroom encompasses speaking, writing, and reading. Children are immersed in a rich language environment from the start, building vocabulary through conversation, stories, and songs. Using materials like sandpaper letters and the moveable alphabet, children progress naturally from spoken language to written expression and reading comprehension.
Building phonetic awareness and reading readiness
Developing creative writing and storytelling skills
Enriching vocabulary through immersive experiences
What We Offer in North York
Authentic Montessori Education during the academic year for children between the ages of 2.5 to 6 years old.
Toddler Program based on Early Childhood Education for children between the ages of 1.5 to 2.5 (up to 3) years old.
Lunch plus morning and afternoon Snacks.
Extended hours (8 to 9 a.m. & 3:30 to 5 p.m.).
A well equipped outside playground as well as a large indoor gymnasium.