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Morningside Montessori Elementary

Cyprus, Nicosia

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €6,100 - 6,200
Ages 6 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages English, Arabic
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Elementary
Introduction

Located in Latsia near Nicosia, Morningside Montessori Elementary offers a Montessori-based program for children aged 6 to 12. The Elementary division comprises Lower Elementary (6-9) and Upper Elementary (9-12), with a hands-on, teacher-guided environment that fosters independent learning and collaboration. The curriculum uses Montessori materials to explore Mathematics, Language, Cultural Studies, Life and General Science, and Practical Life, with English and Greek taught alongside Turkish in a tri-lingual setting. Mixed-age classrooms provide peer learning and continuity across ages. The school was established as Cyprus' first primary school to integrate Greek, Turkish and English, reflecting a mission of cultural integration and peace education within a private-school context. Beyond class time, the school runs afternoon clubs and a Summer School, expanding learning through activities such as engineering, languages, and the arts. The facilities emphasize interactive, material-rich classrooms and field experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom. Learn in a supportive, inclusive environment.

The Essentials

Morningside Montessori Elementary has instruction in English.

Location
Makedonias 90, Latsia, Nicosia, Cyprus.

Stages
Lower Elementary (6-9) and Upper Elementary (9-12).

Type
Montessori elementary

Country affiliation
Cyprus

School day structure
School hours extend from 7:45 a.m. for drop-off, with classes starting at 8:30 a.m. and the day ending at 3:15 p.m. Afternoon clubs run 3:30–4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 2:00–3:15 p.m. on Fridays, at an extra cost.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Snack from home; lunch can be brought from home or provided by catering services at an additional cost; no-sugar policy during school hours; allergy-aware, nut-sensitive policy.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private school.
Fees

Annual tuition at Morningside Montessori Elementary ranges from EUR 6,100 to EUR 6,200 for 2026/27.

Application & registration fees

- Prepayment (registration deposit): EUR 500, non‑refundable and non‑transferable; this prepayment secures a place and is credited toward the final term's tuition.
- Admission (processing) fee: EUR 250, once only at first registration.
- Parents' Association subscription: EUR 40 per family, collected annually.

Tuition fees by year group (breakdown and how amounts are presented)

- Monthly installment option (school offers a 10‑month standing‑order plan):
- Years 1–3 (6–9 classroom): EUR 610 per month, paid in 10 equal installments (June–March).
- Years 4–6 (9–12 classroom): EUR 620 per month, paid in 10 equal installments (June–March).
- Implied annual tuition (based on the 10 monthly installments, excluding the non‑refundable prepayment):
- Years 1–3: EUR 6,100 per year (EUR 610 × 10).
- Years 4–6: EUR 6,200 per year (EUR 620 × 10).
- Per‑term breakdown (three standard terms in the academic year):
- Years 1–3: approximately EUR 2,033.33 per term (annual tuition divided into three equal term payments; calculated from the 10‑month installment amounts).
- Years 4–6: approximately EUR 2,066.67 per term (annual tuition divided into three equal term payments; calculated from the 10‑month installment amounts).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment timing options available:
- Prepayment of the annual tuition (single‑payment option).
- Payment by terms with due dates on 1 June, 1 November and 1 February.
- Ten monthly installments (standing order) with payments on the 1st of each month from June through March.
- Late payment and place‑holding terms:
- If payment is not received in full by the 1st of the following month, a penalty of 10% will be applied automatically.
- If payment is not received by the 10th of the following month, a place at the school cannot be guaranteed until outstanding amounts (including penalties) are settled.
- Students joining mid‑term are charged pro rata for the remaining weeks of that term, in addition to the prepayment and admission fee where applicable.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision is offered; the school operates as a day school with standard operating hours and a school day that ends in the afternoon.

Other costs and recurring extras

- Excursions fee and accident insurance (annual, paid once at the start of the year): EUR 140.
- Stationery and art materials (annual, paid once): EUR 60.
- Thesaurus/dictionary (one‑time purchase): EUR 20.
- Morningside T‑shirt (if needed): EUR 15.
- Technology fee (Years 4–6 only): EUR 150 (annual).
- Overnight trip fees (charged per trip; estimates vary by destination and duration):
- Year 2–3 (one night): EUR 70–150.
- Year 4–6 (two nights): EUR 120–250.
- Afternoon clubs and extracurricular activities: available at additional cost; schedules and fees are published for club registration.
- Summer school fees (separate programme, charged per week):
- Registered Morningside students: EUR 120 per week.
- External students: EUR 140 per week.
- Summer programme registration fee: EUR 30 (deducted from weekly fees at registration).

Refunds and withdrawal policy

- The prepayment (EUR 500) is non‑refundable and non‑transferable.
- Miscellaneous charges (excursions fee, stationery, insurance, etc.) are non‑refundable.
- The school does not refund fees for days missed due to illness or unforeseen circumstances; fees must be paid in full for any scheduled payment period.
- Notice of withdrawal: a written notice of intention to discontinue must be submitted to the Headteacher at least 30 days before the beginning of each term. In the event of discontinuation, a fee equivalent to 40% of the next term's tuition will be applied.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Accepted payment methods:
- Online bank transfer.
- Bank deposit.
- JCC Smart portal (card payments).
- The school does not accept Revolut payments.
- Bank account details (for bank transfer / deposit):
- Bank of Cyprus — Beneficiary: Morningside Montessori Pr.Schools — SWIFT BCYPCY2N — IBAN CY52002001950000357037887787.
- Hellenic Bank — Beneficiary: MORNINGSIDE MONTES.PR.SCH.(CY)LTD — SWIFT HEBACY2N — IBAN CY300050010200010201H0699901.

Discounts and incentive arrangements

- Early payment incentive: a discount is offered for full advance payment of the next academic year (terms specified by the school for the discount).
- Sibling discounts: 10% for the second child and 15% for the third child. Only one discount may apply (sibling discount cannot be combined with the early‑payment discount).

Notes on application of these figures

- Monthly installment amounts and the payment dates above are set out in the school's tuition fees policy; the annual and per‑term amounts shown here are calculated from the published 10‑month installment figures where an annual or per‑term number was not explicitly listed.
Academics

Morningside Montessori Elementary teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 6 to 12.

Curriculum
The school uses the Montessori method in its elementary program, with Lower Elementary (6-9) and Upper Elementary (9-12). Lower Elementary includes Mathematics (place value up to millions, the four operations, and related topics), Geometry, English Language, Greek Language, Cultural Studies, Life Science, and Physical Science, plus Practical Life with Peace Education. Upper Elementary deepens concepts in Mathematics and Geometry, continues English Language and Greek Language, and covers Cultural Studies, General Science (including Biology), and Practical Life. Languages taught are English and Greek, with English language work covering word study, grammar, writing and literature, and Greek language covering reading and grammar. The Montessori environment is prepared by teachers and emphasizes mixed-age classrooms with guided learning, hands-on materials, independence and collaboration.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prioritizes each child's true self and nurtures curiosity, respect and love for nature, humanity and life, promoting peaceful coexistence and reverence for all living things. It educates the whole child through a comprehensive, hands-on, child-directed approach that develops self-directed action, flexible thinking, creativity and non-standardized problem solving. Peace education is a core tenet of the Montessori program, supporting empathy, conflict resolution and inclusive attitudes toward differences. The school emphasizes cultural understanding and language learning as part of building positive social development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school welcomes and is equipped to educate and assist children with atypical development who are high-functioning. It addresses the needs of gifted and talented students and aims to provide educational opportunities for underserved populations through an inclusive approach.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language used for instruction across all subjects. Greek native speakers follow the Ministry of Education's curriculum to learn Greek, while non-native Greek speakers receive instruction in Greek as a second or additional language. Turkish is offered as an elective language option; all three languages—Greek, Turkish and English—are embraced and taught.

Mental Wellbeing
The cornerstone is each child's emotional and psychological wellbeing, as well as character development. The learning environment is secure and nurturing, designed to support emotional and psychological wellbeing while enabling self-directed, creative learning.

Safeguarding
The school addresses emotional, intellectual, physical and social development in a secure and nurturing way.
Parent Experience

History
Morningside Montessori Elementary Private School is the first primary school in Cyprus to embrace and teach Greek, Turkish and English. It operates as a private school. The elementary program follows Montessori principles, with mixed-age groups and a teacher as guide. The mission emphasizes peace education and cultural integration as guiding aims, reflecting the school's founding ethos as a place for inclusive language learning and holistic development.

Community
The school's community includes families and staff, and it emphasizes dialogue, ongoing communication, and events to engage parents. The Morningside Montessori Elementary Parents' Association (MMEPA) is a non-profit organization separate from the school, created to promote a sense of community and provide a network of support for all families. Parental involvement enhances the Montessori experience; meetings are held periodically throughout the year and a subscription helps fund events. All parents/guardians of children enrolled at MME are automatically members, and the PA is led by a rotating Council that coordinates meetings and event proposals.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Morningside Montessori Elementary (MME) Parents' Association (PA) is a non-profit organization separate from the school, with a mandate to promote a sense of community and to establish a network of support for all our families. Parental involvement in our community enhances the Montessori experience, and the PA seeks active participation from families. All parents/guardians of children enrolled at MME are automatically considered members of the MMEPA, with a subscription fee of 40 euros per family. The PA Council consists of a rotating Chair and Vice Chair, a Secretary, a Treasurer and three Parent Representatives; Council meetings are typically held once per month during the school year. The PA accepts event proposals via mmepa@morningsidecyprus.com.
Facilities

Academic Facilities
Morningside Montessori Elementary offers Lower Elementary (6-9) and Upper Elementary (9-12) programs. The curriculum uses hands-on Montessori materials in classrooms to support cognitive development across mathematics, language, science, cultural studies and practical life. In the Lower Elementary program, activities align with the child's sensitive periods and emphasize peer interactions, cultural diversity and moral values. In the Upper Elementary program, students progress toward abstract reasoning with increased emphasis on self-expression, language development and independent inquiry, and learning may extend beyond the classroom through field experiences. Greek, Turkish and English are taught as part of a tri-lingual curriculum, with Greek language instruction covering grammar, spelling and literature, and English language developing reading and writing skills.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Afternoon clubs are offered after the school day, and a Summer school program is available. These programs provide extended learning opportunities beyond the regular class schedule.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Lego Lab develops design and engineering skills through guided Lego projects. STEMFREAK CLUB delivers STEAM projects with a certification pathway from Level 1 to Level 5. Chess Club offers a structured setting to practice strategic thinking. The afternoon clubs are open to all children, including those not enrolled at Morningside Montessori Elementary.

Arts & Creative
Crochet Club explores crochet techniques in a creative environment. Young Artist Hub provides drawing, painting, and sculpting experiences. Participants collaborate on projects and display artwork.

Cultural & Language
Greek Club strengthens Greek language skills for Lower and Upper Elementary students. The club is divided into LE and UE groups and led by two Greek teachers. It welcomes both native speakers and non-native learners and provides extra support with Greek assignments.

Social & Hobbies
Move & Groove offers movement-based activities that promote coordination, creativity, and teamwork. It provides a social, expressive outlet through movement and music. The clubs encourage peer interaction and shared interests after school.

Community & Service
Young Gardeners & Eco Explorers Club engages students in gardening and sustainable practices. Led by Ms. Danai, the club covers planting, propagation, and care for the school's green spaces. Participants learn about composting, recycling, upcycling and habitats for pollinators, and work to develop environmental responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Archery Club introduces archery with a World Archery Level 3 Coach, focusing on technique, safety and character development. Table Tennis Club provides a dynamic ping-pong experience that builds concentration and endurance. Exploration Of Emotional and Life Skills helps students explore feelings, life skills and self-identity. All clubs promote physical activity and wellness as part of after-school enrichment.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language used for instruction across all subjects. Greek native speakers follow the Ministry of Education's curriculum to learn Greek, while non-native Greek speakers receive instruction in Greek as a second or additional language. Turkish is offered as an elective language option.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches Greek, Turkish and English.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the application form and complete the trial period. A position is offered if the application and trial period indicate fit with the program. The admissions process proceeds to the registration steps once a position is offered. 2. Sign the Tuition Fee Agreement (Annex I) and pay the non-refundable prepayment of €500 as a registration fee. This prepayment is necessary to secure a place and will be counted as part of the final term's tuition. 3. Pay the admission fee of €250 along with the prepayment to secure a place for the next academic year. This is a one-off processing fee for the first year of registration. 4. Review incentive packages: a 5% discount is available for paying in advance for the next academic year by 1 June 2024 (valid for Fall, Spring, Summer terms and not on the prepayment or other charges); a 10% discount applies for the second child and a 15% discount for the third child. These discounts cannot be combined; families may choose either the early payment discount or the sibling discounts. 5. Consider monthly payment arrangements: the annual tuition (excluding the prepayment) is divided into 10 equal installments of €610 for the 6-9 classroom (Year 1-3) and €620 for the 9-12 classroom (Year 4-6). Payments are due on set dates including 1st of June, 1st of November, 1st of July, 1st of December, 1st of August, 1st of January, 1st of September, 1st of February, 1st of October, and 1st of March. 6. Important notes: join during the academic year is charged according to the weeks remaining plus the prepayment and admission fee; tuition and other fees are reviewed annually; payments are required in advance; a 10% penalty applies if payment is not received by the 1st of the following month; if payment is not received by the 10th, a place cannot be guaranteed until balances are settled. The school may withhold progress reports or other certificates for any outstanding balance. A 30-day written notice is required before discontinuation, and a 40% of the next term's tuition may apply if discontinuation occurs after registration.
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