Programs | Age | Ratio of Adults to children | Maximum |
Toddler | 1.5 – 2.5 years | 1: 5 | 15 children with 3 educators |
PreCasa | 2 – 3 years | 1: 5 | 15 children with 3 educators |
| Casa | 3 – 6 years | 1: 8 | 24 children with 3 educators |
Toddler Program
(16month-2.5years)
GCMS Toddler program providesa nurturing educational experience that fosters independence, language, cognitive,social-emotional and motor movement development.
The first 3 years of a child's life are the most formative, during which period children absorb innumerable impressions from their environment as their physical, mental and emotional development occurs.
In our toddler room, childrenhave 1 hour uninterrupted Montessori work cycle in the morning delivered by qualified Montessori educators, 1 hour of discovery play-based learning the afternoon implemented by registered early childhood educators, and time in our evergreen playground to ensure their total developmental needs are satisfied.
In addition, GCMS toddler students also revieve Musikgarten lessons every week with music teacher.
PreCasa Program
(2-3 years)
GCMS PreCasa program establishes an excellent foundation for students to develop concenrtation, motor skills, self-esteem, motivation, creativity, confidence as they continue their journey towards becoming capable lifelong learners.
Children aged 0-6 possess an innate desire to learn and an extraordinary capacity to absorb information from their surroundings. Our classrooms provide children with rich sensory stimulation and aesthetic enjoyment, fully supporting their intellectual development and physical and mental growth.
In our PreCasa room, children have 2 hours of uninterrupted Montessori work cycle, delivered by qualified Montessori educators and registered early childhood educators. Children also have time in our evergreen playground to ensure their total developmental needs are satisfied.
CASA Program
(3-6 years)
GCMS Casa program establishes an excellent foundation for students to develop greater thoughtfulness and independence as they continue their journey towards becoming capable, lifelong learners. Children aged 3-6 possess an innate desire to learn and an extraordinary capacity to absorb information from their surroundings.
In our CASA room, children have 2 hours of uninterrupted Montessori work cycle in the morning delivered by qualified Montessori educators, 1 hour of discovery play-based learning in the afternoon implemented by registered early childhood educators, and time in our evergreen playground to ensure their total developmental needs are satisfied.
In addition to the enriched Montessori curriculum, CASA students also receive Physical Education lessons twice a week with P.E. teacher.
Talent Sprouts
after-school Extracurricular
(1.5-6years+)
In order to unlock a child's potential in the critical early years of life and save parents’ time, GCMS offers a variety of on-site extracurricular after school from 4:00- 6:00 pm. The extracurricular activities include our comprehensive Mandarin Program, learning musical instruments, visual art, dance, sports, etc.
Extended Care
(1.5-6years+)
GCMS offers Extended Care Program that extends the day from 7:00 to 9:00am and 4:00 to 6:00pm. Children engage in age-appropriate programming, free play, outdoor time and indoor activities. Students must be registered in advance to participate.
GCMS follows the Child Care and Early Years Act
(Ministry of Education, 2014) O.Reg. 137/15
and strive to promote the Health, Safety, Nutrition
and Well-being of the Children.
- Health
- Safety
- Nutrition
✔ Toys, classrooms and washrooms are sanitized regularly
✔ Proper hygiene practice throughout the day
✔ Each child must be immunized
✔ Safe Drinking Water Act is followed
✔ GCMS educators must submit a Vulnerable
Sector Check, Health Assesslment and be certified
in Standard First Aid and Infant CPR
✔ Fire drills are conducted regularly
✔ First aid kits and manuals are readily available
✔ School playground is CSA approved
✔ Anaphylactic and Medical Needs Emergency Pans are developed for child in need
✔ Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting
young children’s development.
✔ Our lunch and snack program is catered by
York Region’s #1 School Lunch Program
— Kid’s Kitchen, to ensure that
all children’s nutrition needs are fully met.
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