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Lakeview Montessori School

Canada, Tecumseh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 0 - 14 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1978
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages French, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Lakeview Montessori School is an independent Montessori program in Tecumseh, Ontario that serves children from infancy through elementary school. The school provides authentic Montessori education across Infant, Toddler, Casa, Junior Elementary, Intermediate Elementary, and Senior Elementary, each supported by prepared environments and individualized instruction. Small class sizes and strong student–teacher ratios enable personalized guidance and steady progression. The curriculum emphasizes independent learning, collaboration, leadership, and real‑world application, with language introduction early: French and Mandarin begin at 18 months, and by age three students explore history, geography, and coding. Lakeview is fully accredited by Montessori Canada and the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS). Facilities span a 6,500‑square‑foot campus consolidating classrooms, a library, learning materials room, a kitchen, and a multipurpose room, plus a robotics room, gym, and a 2024 multipurpose facility. Extracurriculars include Athletics, Music, Art, and Extended French, with After‑School and Competitive programs linking learning to community involvement in Windsor–Essex.

The Essentials

Lakeview Montessori School has instruction in English, French.

Location
13797 Riverside Drive, Tecumseh, Ontario N8N 1B5, Canada

Stages
Infancy through middle school

Type
Independent Montessori school

Country affiliation
Canada
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required daily. Uniforms can be purchased through the Wear it Proud official uniform store, with a formal uniform (white collared shirt with Lakeview logo) and dress pants for events, plus a PE uniform (Lakeview gym T-shirt and sweatpants or shorts). A daily uniform consists of a collared polo shirt (white, black, navy, or school blue) and black, navy, or khaki pants, shorts, skorts, or joggers; uniform orders are accepted in the first two weeks of August, January, and May; if a student arrives out of uniform, clothing is provided and invoiced to the family.

Food Options
Fresh, nourishing meals are prepared daily in a professionally equipped kitchen for Infant, Toddler, and Casa students; meals and snacks are wholesome and balanced to support growth and active minds and to expose children to new flavours; the kitchen works with families to accommodate allergies, sensitivities, and other dietary requirements.

Governance and Ownership
Independent, non-profit Lakeview Montessori School governed by a Board of Directors. The school maintains governance documents and by-laws; the Head of School leads operations, and a Parent Involvement Committee supports family involvement.
Fees
Application fees
- There is no fee to be placed on the school waitlist. When a space is offered, a deposit is required to secure the place and must be received within seven days of the offer.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts and schedules provided to families upon offer)
- The school does not publish fixed tuition amounts publicly; detailed tuition rates by program and age group (infant, toddler, Casa/preschool, and elementary grades) are provided directly to families as part of the admission offer and through the family billing portal. Families receive the full fee schedule, options for part-time vs full-time placements, and any applicable program add‑ons when an offer is made.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A deposit is required within seven days of an offer to secure a place. Parental authorization for recurring payments (auto-debit) and related forms are collected as part of registration. Billing, invoices, and account management are handled through the school's family account/portal. Specific billing schedules (payment frequency, instalment options, due dates) are issued to families in their registration package and via the family portal.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. Programs are day-based from infancy through Grade 8.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Uniforms: Official uniform items are available through the school's approved uniform store (Wear it Proud) and through approved vendors; ordering windows are scheduled in early August, January, and May. The school may invoice families for replacement clothing provided when a student arrives out of uniform.
- Before/after care, extended-day options, PD-day or break programs, special programs, activity fees, field trips, or meals (if offered) are treated as separate charges and are invoiced or communicated to families when those options are booked. Eligibility for government child-care subsidy and CWELCC reductions for children under age six may affect net early‑years costs for eligible families.

Discounts, scholarships and financial-assistance notes
- Sibling discounts are offered: 10% for the second child and 15% for the third child when more than one child is enrolled concurrently. An Academic Entry Scholarship of CAD 1,000 is awarded annually to one eligible new elementary student and is applied directly to tuition. Families may be eligible for government fee subsidies and other supports; bursary and financial-aid applications are processed through the school's financial-assistance procedures.

Refunds and withdrawal
- Specific refund, withdrawal notice, and deposit-credit terms are provided in the registration/acceptance paperwork and in family account documents. Awards and scholarship amounts are not usable as registration deposits. Families are required to follow the school's registration and withdrawal procedures described in their acceptance materials.

Fee payment options
- Account management and payments are processed through the school's family portal and payment systems (family portal links and the school's tuition-management workflow are used for invoicing and payments). Families complete auto-debit/authorization forms at registration to enable recurring payments. The school uses its family portal for online payments and account communication. For bursary applications, a third‑party financial services vendor is used to review confidential financial information as part of financial-assistance processing.
Academics

Lakeview Montessori School teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 0 to 14.

Curriculum
Lakeview Montessori School provides authentic Montessori education for children from infancy through elementary school. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Casa, Junior Elementary, Intermediate Elementary, and Senior Elementary, each supported by prepared environments and individualized instruction. Small class sizes and strong student-teacher ratios enable personalized guidance and attention. The curriculum emphasizes independent learning, collaboration, leadership, and real-world application. At 18 months, learners are introduced to French and Mandarin; by 3 years old, students begin exploring subjects such as history, geography, and coding. Lakeview is fully accredited by Montessori Canada and Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS).

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes and strong student-teacher ratios enable personalized guidance and attention.

Exam Results
100% acceptance rate into International Baccalaureate Programmes. Fully Accredited by Montessori Canada and CAIS.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school focuses on respect, collaboration, curiosity, and lifelong learning. Small class sizes and strong student-teacher ratios provide meaningful guidance, support, and individualized attention. Prepared Montessori environments encourage independence, concentration, collaboration, and self-discipline. Leadership and responsibility are developed through collaborative classroom experiences, strengthening communication, leadership abilities, responsibility, and problem-solving. The school maintains a warm, nurturing environment and emphasizes partnerships among students, families, faculty, and the Windsor-Essex community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Children with physical, developmental, or educational differences are considered for admission based on the school's ability to provide appropriate support within its environment. Every reasonable effort is made to offer meaningful accommodations within the Montessori philosophy and classroom implementation. The safety and well-being of each child—and the classroom community—are the highest priority, and the school collaborates with families to support learning needs. The school does not discriminate in hiring, admissions, or access on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, sex, or disability.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
French and Mandarin are introduced to learners from 18 months.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental health and wellbeing support academic success and social-emotional development. In a Montessori environment, wellbeing is nurtured through independence, respect, and meaningful relationships. A strong focus on mental health supports confidence, engagement, and positive relationships, helping students develop self-awareness, resilience, and a sense of belonging. The school connects families with trusted community resources across Windsor-Essex to support mental health, development, and overall wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The safety and well-being of each child—and the classroom community—remain the highest priority. The school is committed to accommodating diverse needs within the Montessori framework and emphasizes open, transparent communication with families to support accommodation processes. Admissions decisions are made without discrimination on protected characteristics.
Parent Experience

History
Lakeview Montessori School has supported children and families for more than 45 years through authentic Montessori education rooted in respect, collaboration, curiosity, and lifelong learning. It offers Montessori education for children from infancy through elementary school. The school serves Tecumseh and the Windsor-Essex community and emphasizes individualized learning with prepared environments. It is fully accredited by Montessori Canada and Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS).

Community
Lakeview Montessori School values strong partnerships between students, families, faculty, and the Windsor-Essex community. The school provides a warm, nurturing environment with small class sizes and individualized attention. Leadership, responsibility, and collaboration are cultivated through collaborative classroom experiences in Montessori education.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a professionally equipped kitchen where fresh, nourishing meals are prepared daily for Infant, Toddler, and Casa students. A consolidated campus building of about 6,500 square feet brings all classrooms under one roof, including two Toddler rooms, three Casa rooms, three Elementary classrooms, a multi-purpose room, a library, a spacious staff room, a kitchen, a learning materials room, a reception area, and offices. The school has undergone several expansions, including the 2019 addition of the Infant and Toddler rooms, a robotics room, and a gym. In 2024, a new multipurpose facility was added to host a wider range of events on campus, with frosted windows, a high-quality projector system, and spaces for family nights, assemblies, and professional development. In 2025, a brand-new playground structure was installed for Elementary students, expanding outdoor learning and recreation opportunities.

Sports Facilities
A gymnasium on campus supports structured gym experiences and physical education for students at all levels, with a state-of-the-art gym scoreboard. Infants visit the gymnasium on scheduled days to explore movement in a safe and stimulating space, with Toddlers and Casa students also participating in gym sessions. Physical Education for Grades 1–8 is a core program, offering games, sports, fitness challenges, and outdoor experiences to build strength, coordination, and teamwork. The school provides an After-School Skills Development Program for Grades 1–6 and a Competitive Athletic Program for Grades 7–8, with opportunities to compete in Windsor-Essex leagues. Throughout these programs, emphasis is placed on participation, cooperation, and sportsmanship.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are prepared Montessori environments with child-sized furniture, open learning spaces, and group collaboration areas that support independent exploration and social development. A 6,500-square-foot building consolidates classrooms and includes a library, a learning materials room, a multi-purpose room (used for before- and after-school programs), a spacious staff room, a kitchen, a small meeting room, and reception areas. The school introduced a robotics room in 2019 as part of its expansions. A library on site supports research and academic work, while the learning materials room houses the Montessori materials essential to the curriculum. The overall design emphasizes prepared environments that foster independence, concentration, collaboration, and self-discipline.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Athletics are offered across all levels, with structured gym experiences, movement and physical education, an After-School Skills Development Program for Grades 1–6, and a Competitive Athletic Program for Grades 7–8 that participates in Windsor-Essex leagues. The Music Program develops the whole child through singing, rhythm, movement, and instrumental exploration, with experiences that span Early Music through Elementary years. The Art Program emphasizes a process-oriented, open-ended approach to creative expression. The French Program includes Extended French in Preschool, Enhanced Core French in Elementary, and a bilingual learning environment with after-school French programming. Co-Curricular Enrichment programs for Infants–Casa cover Art, Music, and French, with Grades 1–6 expanding these experiences and facilitating visits from local artists and planned outings to engage with the wider Windsor-Essex community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Athletics, Music, Art, French, and Co-Curricular Enrichment extend learning beyond the classroom. These programs support creativity, physical development, cultural awareness, and personal growth. Athletics and enrichment opportunities are integrated into the day, with additional after-school options available by age.

Arts & Creative
The Music Program develops the whole child through music, movement, rhythm, and a blend of classical and contemporary pieces. The Montessori approach emphasizes listening, imitation, and expression, building coordination, focus, and creativity. The Art Program uses a process-oriented approach with varied materials to nurture imaginative expression and confidence.

Cultural & Language
The Extended French Program in preschool exposes children to daily French activities to develop language skills. The Montessori approach uses monthly themes and daily French circles to build vocabulary, conversations, and cultural understanding. Elementary students engage in Enhanced Core French, reading and writing in French in a dual-language environment with English. After-school programming in French provides additional language practice.

Social & Hobbies
The Athletics program supports movement, wellness, teamwork, and confidence across age groups. Infants and Toddlers participate in guided gym visits; Casa students join obstacle courses, cooperative games, and age-appropriate sports. Physical Education for Grades 1–8 emphasizes health, coordination, teamwork, and a love of movement. After-School Skills Development (Grades 1–6) and the Competitive Athletic Program (Grades 7–8) offer structured activities and leadership opportunities, including competition in the Windsor-Essex Athletics League.

Community & Service
The school partners with local artists, musicians, and cultural organizations to connect students with the Windsor-Essex community through planned outings and experiences. These partnerships broaden student perspectives and foster community engagement. Going-out experiences expose students to arts, culture, and civic involvement.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership & Responsibility is a core part of Montessori education, developing communication, leadership, responsibility, and problem-solving through collaborative classroom work. The Competitive Athletic Program (Grades 7–8) provides leadership opportunities on school teams and promotes teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. This combination helps students carry these values into other areas of school and life.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Athletics program promotes physical wellness, movement, coordination, and confidence. Physical Education includes games, fitness challenges, and outdoor experiences to build strength and resilience. After-School Skills Development emphasizes healthy habits, teamwork, and an active lifestyle. The programs foster leadership, discipline, and a positive attitude toward effort and collaboration.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include French, English, and Mandarin. The Extended French program is provided in Preschool and Enhanced Core French as a Second Language is offered in Elementary, with daily bilingual instruction. Mandarin is introduced to students from 18 months as part of language experiences.

Bilingual Teaching
Lakeview Montessori School operates a dual-language environment with French and English as working languages. The Elementary program benefits from this bilingual setting. Extended French is offered in Preschool, and Elementary participates in Enhanced Core French as a Second Language to support bilingual development.

Immersion Programs
French and English are working languages in daily instruction. An Extended French program is available in Preschool, and Elementary students study Enhanced Core French as a Second Language. Mandarin learning experiences are introduced starting at 18 months. After-school programming in French is also offered.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Schedule a Visit or Take a Virtual Tour. Explore the school, meet the team, and learn about the Montessori programs. Visit options include a private tour when spaces are available, an open house in August or January, and a virtual tour of the classrooms. The admissions process is designed to be clear, supportive, and informative for families.

Scholarships
Academic Entry Scholarship: One $1,000 scholarship is awarded each year to a new elementary student from Windsor-Essex or Chatham-Kent who is entering Lakeview Montessori School's elementary program; the scholarship is applied to tuition, not to a registration deposit; eligibility includes Canadian citizenship or permanent residency, entry to Lakeview's elementary program for the first time, attendance at a Ontario elementary school (Grades 1–8), and a minimum average of 85%. The scholarship recipient is notified after a personal interview with the Head of School. Bursaries (Need-Based Financial Support): Applications are submitted through the Financial Aid for Canadian Students (FACS) process via Apple Financial Services; not all applications can be accommodated due to funding limits; families must reapply each year; the process is confidential and involves assessment of a family's ability to contribute to school expenses; the Lakeview Scholarship and Bursary Committee reviews the recommendation. Referral Incentive Program: Families who refer a new registered family receive a ballot entry, with draws for a $200 reward card held in November and March. Sibling Discounts: 10% off the second child and 15% off the third child when two or more siblings attend Lakeview Montessori School. Financial assistance and scholarships are offered to families who demonstrate need and are committed to a long-term Montessori education at the school. The school serves infancy through Grade 8 and aims to maintain a sustainable community while supporting long-term enrollment.

Waitlist
The waitlist does not require a fee to join and is designed to organize enrollment needs in a clear, transparent system. Limited spaces mean priority can be affected by factors such as program availability for different ages. The inquiry form is kept on file for one year with the intention of offering a space when one becomes available. Waitlist procedure: 1) complete an online inquiry form; 2) the waitlist is ordered by criteria including date of inquiry, sibling enrollment, full-time versus part-time placement, and long-term consideration; 3) when space is available, a deposit must be received within seven days or the space moves to the next family. Access to the waitlist: families may contact the Admissions Coordinator to inquire about the current waitlist for their child's age group, but the full waitlist is not disclosed.
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