What We’re Offering
- Holistic Education
- Follow The Child’s Developmental Phases
- Multi-Age Span
- Montessori Didactic Materials
- Prepared Environment
- Child-Centered Approach
- Self-Directed Work
- Montessori Curriculum
- Freedom with Responsibility
- Structure and Order
- Nature and Reality
- Social and Intellectual Environment
- Emotional Intelligence
- Holistic Education
- Follow The Child’s Developmental Phases
- Multi-Age Span
- Montessori Didactic Materials
- Prepared Environment
- Child-Centered Approach
- Self-Directed Work
- Montessori Curriculum
- Freedom with Responsibility
- Structure and Order
- Nature and Reality
- Social and Intellectual Environment
- Emotional Intelligence
Holistic Education Approach
Focuses on academic, physical, and emotional needs.
Montessori Didactic Equipment
Provides hands-on learning experiences with specialized equipment.
Small Mixed-Age Classes
Fosters community and ensures individualized attention.
Enriching Activities and Offerings
Includes outings, annual camps, chess, and third language options.
Blueprint
OUR VISION
We envision a peaceful world rooted in interdependence, respect for all life, and people. Our path to achieve this lies in nurturing our children, fostering a global community of harmony and understanding.
OUR MISSION
VMS is dedicated to fostering children’s holistic growth in a safe, respectful environment, aiming to instill excellence, curiosity, universal values, diversity appreciation, and a commitment to service in every individual they encounter.
OUR VALUES AND BELIEFS
Village Montessori School prioritizes lifelong learning, fostering open-mindedness, compassion, academic excellence, creativity, and societal responsibility. It advocates for respect for all community members, emphasizing a holistic approach to education.
Status of the school
The school and the property are owned and managed by a closed corporation. Profits are used to improve the facilities and the qualifications of the personnel.
The school is operated with consent from the Centurion City Council and complies with municipal requirements.
The Primary School is registered with the Gauteng Education Department as an Independent Primary School (reg. no. 211888).
The High School is registered as an Independent High School (reg. No 400148).
Class ratio
TODDLERS 2:15
PRE-SCHOOL 1:15
JUNIOR PRIMARY 1:20
SENIOR PRIMARY 1:20
HIGH SCHOOL 1:20
AFTERCARE 2:24
Montessori Groupings
The levels usually found in a Montessori School correspond to the developmental stages of childhood:
TODDLERS:
(ages 18m to 3 years)
Early Childhood:
Absorbent mind stage (ages 3 to 6)
Junior Primary:
Social and imaginative stage (ages 6 to 9)
Senior Primary:
Social relationships and moral justice (ages 9 to 12)
Middle School:
Trust, self-expression and contribution to society (ages 12 to 15)
High School:
Analytical thought, commitment and responsibility (ages 15 to 18)
