It’s the Little Things…
When we ask a 2 year-old child carry their own backpack, are we asking too much? When we tell a 12 year-old to mop up their spill off the floor, are we acting like tyrants? In today’s world, some of … Read More
Make It Personal
“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” – Albert Einstein Whether or not Einstein truly spoke these words, the … Read More
We Don’t Teach Children How to Add and Subtract
“The guide or teacher must be sure to provide the child with the right tools at the right time in the child’s development to interest the child in mathematics. If interested, the child can discover relationships for him/herself where it … Read More
Testing is a Tricky Business
As parents, we all want our children to succeed. We want our children to be the best they can be, do well in school, relationships and work. We also wonder if we are doing ‘it right’. If our child shows … Read More
It’s Not Just About Learning Your ABC’s
Parents that are ‘shopping’ around for the right school often ask: What makes EMS different? For starters, we believe that a true measure of success should be in the comprehension and application of information, not simply memorization. Does it require more … Read More
No Matter the Age, Words Matter.
Words that you utter (or is that mutter?) matter. Words you say about another, matter. Words you use to describe one being, matter. Words you use to compliment or criticize, matter. The tone of your voice, matters. No matter the … Read More
EMS Featured on CTV’s W5
In October, we were approached by CTV’s W5 to film some of our classrooms for a piece on ageing. Learn how you may be living to one hundred and see our wee ones busy at work and looking mighty cute!
Our School Video
Ellington Montessori School was founded in 1990 by Ms. Deborah L. Renwick. Ms. Renwick opened the school with the purpose of operating a single Casa classroom accommodating 20 students. By the end of the first year, enrolment had increased substantially … Read More
10 Tips to Get Your Child Ready for School
Starting school is an important step – and a big change for everyone. It’s exciting. It’s even a little scary. Here are 10 tips that will help you get your child ready for that first day of school. Get familiar with … Read More