Every Child Is Welcome: Learn About Our Admissions Process
Our school was founded on the belief that we’re a beautiful mosaic of individuals. We celebrate inclusivity because we learn and grow by bringing diverse perspectives together.
At Mosaic Montessori Academy, every student is welcome. We admit students of every race, nationality, and ethnic origin, offering the same rights, privileges, programs, and activities our school offers.
If you’re ready to introduce your child to an authentic Montessori school, we can’t wait to meet you and your family!
Inquire about enrolling your child today and learn more about our admissions process.
What Factors Determine Admission Decisions?
We have limited spaces available for new students each year, so our admissions team and program directors carefully review each application.
Many factors influence acceptance into our program. Here are some key factors we consider:
- Maintaining a balance of classroom gender and age diversity
- How well your family’s goals and the school’s educational goals match
- Whether or not siblings are already attending our school
Important Information for Enrolment
Admissions are based on available space and an evaluation of suitability for Mosaic Montessori Academy.
Joining our wait list is easy, free, and without obligation. To get started, simply complete our inquiry form.
We’ll contact you to explain the next steps and answer any questions you may have. At this time, we’ll add your child to the waitlist for the year you want your child to attend our school.
When a spot is available, we’ll invite you to an interview and offer you registration. Accepting this interview means you are ready to enroll your child and are off the waitlist.
Our Admissions Process
When a space in our program becomes available, an admissions team member will contact you to schedule a family meeting and interview. Please note that at least 1 parent must attend with the prospective student.
The meeting usually takes about 45 minutes, but we’re happy to take a little longer if you have more questions. It’s a chance for us to get to know your family better and for you to get a feel for the environment your child will be part of.
Feel free to ask us anything during this time! We’re here to answer your questions and address any concerns you might have.
After Your Family Meeting & Interview
After you’ve completed a meeting and interview, our admissions team will contact you to confirm your acceptance. If you’re accepted, we’ll send you an enrollment package that must be filled out and returned to us within 1 week.
Please note that if we don’t receive your completed enrollment package and tuition arrangements in time, we’ll take it as a sign you’ve decided to explore other options. At this time, we’ll extend the offer to the next prospective student on our waiting list.
Fees & Tuition
The following information is current for the 2023/2024 school year.
Resource & Registration Fee
A non-refundable $300 fee for full-day students is due each year upon registration.
Tuition
Full Day: $1200/month
After Care Program: $450/month
Class Times
Monday–Friday
Full-Day Program: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
After Care Program: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Why Choose Montessori?
Bringing Joy into Learning
Our classrooms are prepared with authentic Montessori materials, chosen to foster a culture of independence, critical thinking, artful expression, and respect while inspiring a love of lifelong learning.
FAQExperienced Educators
Our founder, who is a Montessori-trained teacher, warmly welcomed our first students in 2010. Since then, we’ve proudly created an enriching learning environment dedicated to guiding children in Calgary.
Who We AreA Trailblazing Program
The Montessori Method, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, has pioneered individualized learning, and we are proud to offer an authentic Montessori program.
Montessori Philosophy
Montessori Helps Develop Skills for Life
Collaboration
Independence
Creativity
Critical Thinking
Motor Skills
Respect
Resources & FAQ
Testimonials
My family and I love Mosaic Montessori Academy, and we are so fortunate to have found them!
My son has been in the program since he was almost 3 and will be graduating and going into Grade 1 this year. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this school and [its] teachers.
Being transplants to the City, we struggled with finding a school for my son as he had never previously been in any group school environment with other children. He went from shy and quiet to a bright and curious boy with many friends and a love of reading!
We could not believe the difference being at Mosaic Montessori has made for him and our family. We are so happy here and can’t wait for our younger child to start soon! Thank you, Mosaic!
Some great positives are:
- An excellent child-to-teacher ratio (one of the lowest I’ve found in our area)
- Loving and wonderful teachers who lavish care and attention on each child.
- A welcoming environment (this school is so much like a big family rather than the institutional feel that some of the big preschools have)
- The parents at the school are so welcoming and helpful. We even have a WhatsApp group where we coordinate birthday parties and set up playdates!
- Engaging Montessori curriculum (a wonderful curriculum of arts, science, math, reading, singing, and life skills). My child is extremely well-rounded for his age. Not only were his academics above average but he also showed all the other wonderful life skills Montessori teaches. This was one of the reasons that he was accepted into a very selective and competitive class for his Grade 1 school. I’m so proud and excited for him!
Daniel H.
My son graduated from Mosaic this June, and even though he has only attended Mosaic Montessori Academy (Royal Oak campus) for 1 year, it has been an amazing year. We chose Mosaic to ensure he had a great foundation before attending public school.
Every day, we find out something new he has learned. At dinner one night, he went over the Canadian anthem, provinces, their capitals, and flags! He really has come out of his shell and become a confident young man!
Thank you to all the staff for everything!
Daniel G.
I am from a smaller town, and so when I realized how much choice was out there for an education in Calgary, it was daunting and stressful! Every parent wants to pick the right option for their child.
Both my children are girls, yet they couldn’t be more different.
I have never regretted or doubted putting my kids in this school; it has been a blessing. They are very organized and consistent. They teach so many things that kids don’t always get in other preschools. Respect for teachers, other students, patience, [and] everyday courtesy, like letting others have a turn to speak or learn to clean up after themselves.
The setup and science behind the Montessori way are incredible. The activities are fun [and] self-directed, with the guidance of a directress. When I’ve observed 27 kids between the ages of 3–5 in a room, I have been shocked with the orderly, content way the children conduct themselves and respect other kids while there.
Their kindergarten year is the leadership year, and your child is shown how to mentor the younger children in the class. Both of my kids are strong leaders because of this program, and it visibly shows.
My younger daughter can have a strong personality at times but is extremely intelligent and thrives in this setting.
She’s recently shown me each province in Canada (that she meticulously punched out of paper using a pin, a popular activity in class), named each capital city for the corresponding province, and each flag too…amazing for a 5-year-old, right?
She’s also excited to learn to read and has had the confidence to read her book in front of the class thanks to their accepting, respectful class atmosphere.
She’s excited to go to school and learn every day, and her directress, Mrs. Maria, has a magic touch with her—and I truly believe she is getting the best education possible.
I would choose this school over and over again. Thank you for caring so much 🙂
Erin R.
Mosaic Montessori Academy is one of the most profound and exceptional schools in Calgary. Their knowledge and quality of teaching, with their supportive learning environment, is absolutely amazing.
I have seen my child develop reading and writing skills that I could not have taught them myself.
The knowledge they have gained in various aspects of real life is amazing. Mosaic Montessori Academy has allowed me to unlock educational opportunities for my children that helped them build a strong foundation for their school years.
Having my kids join Mosaic Montessori is the best decision I have made for my kids. Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Ali.
Zahra H.
We can’t speak highly enough about Parkdale Mosaic Montessori Academy.
Over the past two years, we have watched our children thrive under the kind and nurturing care of their teachers, each of whom are obviously passionate about what they do and their students. In particular we notice that the teachers genuinely seek to understand our children (their likes and dislikes, strengths and areas of growth etc.) and engage them with that in mind. Independence, which we value, is also encouraged. When we were considering kindergarten, the staff went above and beyond in helping us choose the most suitable option; their guidance was invaluable. Most importantly, our children continue to be excited about school, where they can find friendships and develop their love for learning. Looking back, choosing this school was a wonderful decision.
Thank you!
TF & AF
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