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Montessori Discovery Garden Preschool

4.8(25)

#35 of 58 in Calgary

McKenzie Lake, Calgary, Alberta AB T2Z 2J3

Rating Average star rating and review count.Source: Google

4.8 (25)

This school

4.8★

Calgary avg

4.7★

Alberta avg

4.7★

More reviewed than 76% of Montessori listings in Calgary.

About

Montessori Discovery Garden Preschool is a Montessori school located in Calgary, Alberta.

Tuition & Programs

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Is this an accredited Montessori school?

No accreditation or membership from a recognized Montessori body (AMI, AMS, or Montessori Canada) is on file for this listing. Because "Montessori" isn't a protected trademark in the US or Canada — a 1967 USPTO ruling put the term in the public domain — any school can use the name regardless of how closely it follows the method. That doesn't mean this school isn't authentically Montessori; it means accreditation status isn't the way to check here. Ask the school directly about their teacher training (look for AMI or AMS-trained staff) and ask to observe a classroom work cycle.

Accreditation is not the same as an operating licence. A provincial/state child care licence or private school registration only confirms a school is legally allowed to operate — it says nothing about whether the teaching method is Montessori.

Teacher credentials matter too. Ask how many lead teachers hold AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited teacher training — a strong signal independent of the school's own accreditation status.

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Location

McKenzie Lake, Calgary, Alberta AB T2Z 2J3

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Reviews

Parents consistently praise Mrs. Virji (also referred to as Ms. Virji and Rubina Virji) for creating a nurturing Montessori environment where children develop independence, curiosity, and strong academic skills across language, math, and social development. Families highlight her genuine care, calm demeanor, open communication, and commitment to the Montessori method, with children retaining fond memories of their time at the school and carrying foundational lessons into elementary school and beyond.

Mrs. Virji creates nurturing, safe learning environment
Children develop independence, curiosity, and confidence
Hands-on outdoor learning and learning through work
Strong growth in language, math, social skills
Traditional Montessori method with foundational lessons

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4.8

25 reviews

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