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Ages 2½ – 6

Casa Program

Spontaneous, Self-Directed Learning

Avalon’s Casa Program is a prepared space where social skills flourish. Children are free to work independently or collaborate with their peers, learning the value of cooperation and respect.

This self-directed approach fosters a close-knit community where young learners support one another’s growth.

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— ABOUT —

A Peaceful Foundation for Your Child

Creating an environment where academic excellence naturally follows emotional security.
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Social Connection

As children get older, they naturally turn toward their peers. We foster this growth through collaborative projects and peer teaching, building social confidence.
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Holistic Health

Nutrition is key to well-being. We provide a nutritionally balanced hot lunch daily, ensuring a safe environment for all dietary needs and allergies.
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Inclusive Learning

We welcome children of all abilities, recognizing each child as a unique individual and reflecting their home culture in our daily program.

— OUR CURRICULUM —

An Enriching Experience for Your Child

We structured our curriculum into five core areas, each designed to refine the senses and build foundational academic skills
without overwhelming your child.

Practical Life

Practical life exercises are an essential part of the classroom and form a comforting link between home and school. Performance of these simple, everyday activities meets the child’s need for independence and coordination while fostering self-esteem.

Sensorial Education

Sensorial education activities help children make sense of the impressions they receive from the world around them. Exploring with sensorial materials develops and refines the child’s senses while providing a necessary foundation for mathematics and writing.

Mathematics

Mathematics materials provide a concrete understanding of number concepts and operations. Children explore the two aspects of numbers, quantity and symbol, with opportunities for further discovery of the decimal system and basic operations.

Language

Language development is fostered through self-expression, lessons and freedom of conversation. Children learn phonetic letter sounds, which enables word-building and the start of reading. Practical Life and Sensorial activities also prepare muscles for writing.

Culture

Cultural materials, including geography, history, zoology, botany, and science, open the child's eyes to the diverse world around them. Our Casa curriculum also includes regular opportunities for music, art, physical education, and local field trips.

— STUDENT INFORMATION —

Daily Life and Student Services

We structured our curriculum into five core areas, each designed to refine the senses and build foundational academic skills
without overwhelming your child.
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Nutrition and Meals

We provide a hot, catered, and nutritious lunch for all full-day Casa students. We are a nut-aware zone and prioritize the health and safety of every child. Daily snacks are provided by parents on a rotating basis, fostering a sense of community contribution.
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Clothing and Comfort

Unlike our older levels, Casa students are not required to wear uniforms. We encourage children to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that allows them to move freely and engage in practical life activities independently.
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Extended Care

To support working families, we offer care beyond regular school hours.


  • Before School: 8:00 am to 8:30 am.
  • After School (Wood Glen Campus): 3:45 pm to 5:00 pm.
  • After School (Beach Campus): 3:45 pm to 6:00 pm.
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Communication and Partnership 

We believe families are experts on their children. To ensure a seamless connection between home and school, we provide various tools for regular communication with our families, keeping you updated on what is happening with your child in the classroom. We also offer Parent Information Nights to help you understand the Montessori journey and your child’s developmental milestones.

— LIMIT SETTING —

Our Approach to Positive Guidance

At Avalon, our objective is to promote friendly, constructive relationships. We focus on guiding safe behaviours through respect
and empathy rather than pressure.

Positive Reinforcement

We use praise and gentle encouragement to help children obtain a sense of pride and self-worth.

Redirection

If a child is frustrated or bored, we help them find an alternative activity that meets their immediate developmental needs.

Clear Limits and Respect

We set expectations in a consistent, caring manner. We believe every child should feel respect for their feelings, work, and peers.

Calming Quiet Time

When a child needs support to manage their emotions, we provide a quiet spot in the room to consider their behaviour and return to a state of calm.

— TESTIMONIALS —

Hear From Our Families

Avalon is more than a school; it’s a community.

“You truly meet every child where they are and provide unconditional love and support to guide them through their learning… He has matured, gained confidence, patience and has formed his love of learning again! He looks forward to school every day!”

J.W., Avalon Parent

“The loving and curious staff at Avalon took both our kids under their wings instantaneously and provided safety and security for our kids in their transition into Canadian life. Within a few months, both children had acquired English and were able to function socially as well as academically. We consider Avalon our family.”

R.P., Avalon Parent
“Avalon is more than a school, it is a community. We’ve been particularly pleased to note the high level of interaction between students at all grade levels as well as the high level of parent involvement in the school.”
N.C., Avalon Parent

— FAQS —

Common Questions

Yes, we offer the same Casa program at both locations. While the programming is the same, the licensing and hours of operation are different. Our Wood Glen location is a licensed childcare centre for children ages 2.4-6 and is open from 8 am to 5 pm. Our Casa Program at the Beach campus is for JK/SK-age students (3.8-6 years) and is open from 8 am to 6 pm.

We do not offer a summer program. We follow the traditional school calendar and are open from September to June. There are summer program providers in the area for families to choose from.

The Casa program is designed for children between 2 ½ and 6 years. Maria Montessori coined the term “absorbent mind” for this stage of development because the child’s mind is like a sponge. The Montessori materials are designed to foster and develop the child’s skills during these peak sensitive periods for learning. This is the optimal time to enroll.

Children enrolling in our Wood Glen Casa Program do not need to be fully toilet-trained. However, children enrolling in our Beach Casa Program are required to be fully toilet-trained and wearing underwear before they enroll.

Unlike our Elementary and Middle School students, students in the Casa Program are not required to wear uniforms. We encourage children to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that allows them to move freely and practice dressing themselves independently.

Yes. We provide a quiet rest period for children who require it based on their developmental needs. As children grow and no longer need to nap, they transition into an afternoon Montessori work period to continue their exploration.

We believe in transparent communication to help families feel at ease. We provide a Homebook for each child to update you weekly on their classroom experiences. Our staff also use an app to share photos and messages.

We aim to support the unique needs of our families by offering both full-time and part-time options (three full days or five half days). Our standard school day runs from 8:30 am to 3:45 pm, with before and after-school care available.

A nutritionally balanced hot lunch provided by Yummy Catering is included in the tuition for all full-time Casa students. We are a nut-aware environment and strictly manage dietary restrictions and allergies. Parents are responsible for providing daily snacks on a rotating basis.

Yes. Every child is admitted on a trial period of one month. This allows the teachers and the family to ensure the program is the right fit for the child’s needs and that they are transitioning comfortably into our school community.

Absolutely. We believe an observation is the best way to understand the Avalon difference. We invite prospective parents to schedule a tour or attend one of our open houses to see our prepared environment in action and meet our educators.

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— ENROLMENT —

Now accepting registrations for 2026/27

Spaces are limited. If you’re considering Avalon for your child, we encourage you to reach out today.
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