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Elementary Registration Open: Enroll Now - Open House April 1st!

Grades 1–6 in a classroom where your child actually wants to show up Monday morning.

Alive Montessori and Private School

Helping children grow with confidence, independence, and joy — from Preschool to Grade 6 in Forest Hill, Toronto.

Our Programs

Casa 1

Children are encouraged to experiment, investigate, make wise choices, solve problems, and be self-reliant.

Class size

2.5-3.8

Years Old

$22/day

Price with CWELCC

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Casa 2

Basics of reading, writing and math to ensure that each child has a sound foundation on which to build his education.

Class size

3.8-6

Years Old

$22/day

Price with CWELCC

Lower Elementary

The student is expected to fully understand each curriculum step before moving on to the next item.

Class size

6-12

Years Old

$1850/m

Price

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4.9 on Google

OFIS Member

12+

Est. 2013

Max 12

Individual. attention

Montessori

Professional Teachers

A Rich Enrichment Experience & Clubs

We provide drama, music, dance, gymnastics, piano classes with many workshops and events.

Dance & Yoga Classes

Coding Classes

Cooking Classes

Music & Piano Lessons

Gym Lessons

Drama Classes

Our Mission

Why Choose Alive?

Our Mission

Our goal at Alive Montessori & Private School is to provide the best possible start to our children through proper education, thereby instilling a life-long love of learning in every child. We aim to create a safe, caring and fun environment where every child will learn and will become more and more confident as he or she gains in abilities. Here you’ll find exceptional teachers, curriculum and learning environments that encourage children to learn, play and explore in a safe and nurturing environment.

INFORMATION BOOKLET

Why Choose Alive?

Academic Excellence

Montessori learning that builds independence, confidence, and academic readiness for any Grade 7 program.

Individual Attention

Every child is known, valued, and supported as an individual. Our teachers take the time to understand each student’s strengths, needs, and potential.

Caring Community

We create a warm, respectful environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to be themselves.

Enriched Program

French, Music, Drama, Gym, Art & Dance — included in tuition. We develop the whole child, not just their report card.

PARENT HANDBOOK

Events at Alive Montessori School

Open House at Alive

Come and see our Montessori classroom in action. Meet our dedicated teachers, explore the learning environment, and ask every question on your mind. This is the best way to see what makes Alive different.

Meet Our Team

Julia Simon, RECE & Montessori Teacher

Owner - Executive Director & Supervisor

Krisztina Toth

Office Administrator

Gayatri Dhanda,

RECE,

Assistant Supervisor

Mirjana Andrejic,

Montessori Teacher

Elementary Teacher

Cristina Kiss,

Montessori Teacher

Preschool Teacher

Conception Barrocamo,

ECA

Preschool Teacher

Alysson Kate Cabrido,

ECE

Preschool Teacher

Madiha Mubashir,

Montessori Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

Azmina Khoja,

Montessori Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

Shreya Lonare,

Assistant Teacher

Ameen Ahmed

Elementary Assistant

Olivera Andulajevic

Digital Technical Lead

Anastasiia Melnychuk

Gym Teacher

Nasim Fatehi Borojeni

Music Teacher

Marie Barbaux

French Teacher

Alini Morales

Dance Teacher

Lada Skender Micic

Drama Teacher

Step Inside and Explore Our School

Explore our classrooms and learning spaces and discover what makes Alive Montessori and Private School such a special place for children to learn and grow.

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What Our Toronto Parents Say About Alive

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I envy my kid for going to a school where he can enjoy learning as much as he does. When I was his age I was dreading going to school. He misses school in the weekends.

Catalin Burcea

Parent

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Alive Montessori has become our second home. We love it and we highly recommend it to anyone. Our daughter finished grade one there, went to the summer camp, and she cannot wait to go to grade two. She is so happy to be at this school and this is priceless. I love the community feeling, the high quality standards of education, and the dedication that is put in everything.

Alina Ciuclan

Parent

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My wife and I couldn’t be happier that our son goes to a school that provides a safe environment and learning is fun.

Gabriel Silva

Parent

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum age for admittance to Alive?

Our preshool program starts at 2.5 years old, although we accept children as 2 years old. We run a full Montessori program from Preschool through senior Kindergarten. From Gr.1 to 6 , we still use many of the Montessori materials and principles, but also work with the Canadian curriculum to ease the transition if the child goes into the public system at some point. We also offer extra-curricular classes such as music, salsa and drama, which are included in the monthly tuition fee.

How long is a school day?

Our school day runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, throughout the school year. Parents requiring extended care for their Pre-Primary, Primary, or Elementary student are welcome to enrol in our Extended Care Program.

Why Alive Montessori school?

All parents hope to find the best educational program for their children. For more than a century, Montessori has been thriving around the globe, and contemporary research validates the effectiveness of the Montessori Method. Several key elements of the approach meet the educational goals today’s parents have for their children, including growing into capable people who will be have a strong sense of self, the ability to connect with others, and the potential to be productive throughout their lives. With Montessori, that growth starts early. The early years (birth through age 6) are a critical time to set a strong foundation for who a child will become and the role she or he will play in the future.

A Montessori education develops students who are capable, accountable, knowledgeable people who have the strong sense of self they will need to thrive in the real world.

"Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world."

DR. MARIA MONTESSORI

Which documents are required to enroll?

The child’s birth certificate, immunization records, health card, Alive enrollment form, registration fee and guardianship papers (if applicable) are needed to enroll in Alive Montessori school. If you are missing any of these documents or you are unsure about any of them, please contact us and we will sent you informations.

How much does a private school in Toronto cost?

Tuition at Alive Montessori & Private School varies by program. Our Preschool and Kindergarten programs start from $22/day (CWELCC), and our Elementary program starts from $1850 per month including hot lunch and healthy snacks. Extended care is available at an additional cost. We encourage you to contact us directly for a full fee schedule — we believe every family deserves to understand the full cost before making a decision.

Is Alive Montessori a licensed private school in Ontario?

Alive Montessori & Private School is a member of the Ontario Federation of Independent Schools (OFIS).

Our teachers are Montessori-certified, and our Elementary program provides a strong academic foundation through a balanced blend of Montessori methods and academic expectations.

Our CASA program (Preschool and Kindergarten) is licensed child care, and we are participating in the CWELCC program.

What is the difference between a Montessori school and a regular private school in Toronto?

Traditional private schools often use a teacher-led approach, where all students move through the same material at the same pace.

At Alive Montessori, children learn through hands-on experiences, mixed-age classrooms, and self-directed work within a structured environment. This approach encourages students to become more independent, focused, and confident learners.

Both models can offer strong academics, but Montessori education is designed to support not only academic growth, but also independence, responsibility, and a lifelong love of learning.