I spent three years in a Montessori program when I was a child (from pre-school through to and including grade 1). It's one of the few things from that time in my life that I have such clear memories of. I remember feeling independent, safe and nurtured. And I have such fond memories of the activities that I got to do, and of my teachers, Ms. Christina and Ms. Suzette, who were there to guide me. I love the fact that the Montessori program looks at a child as a whole being, capable and curious and celebrates a child for these things rather than trying to temper them. I want to nurture a lifelong love of learning and a curiosity to look at the world with an open mind and ability to solve problems with a growth mindset. I feel moving to Westside Montessori will be a wonderful introduction to this approach and I would like Ellia to continue her elementary education through Westside. 