Cornerstone Montessori School

About

Cornerstone Montessori School is located at 14724 84 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 2M5. The school serves Kindergarten through Grade 7 and describes itself as “Montessori at heart, modern by design,” with small classes, individualized instruction, and a rigorous, enriched program aligned to (and extending) BC learning standards.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Surrey)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: Cornerstone School states that it has no religious affiliations, and notes that students may learn about various religions in the context of culture, history, diversity, and cultural celebrations.

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 599-9918

Email: office@cornerstone.school

Principal: Rita Gausman

Religious Affiliation

Cornerstone School states that it has no religious affiliations, and notes that students may learn about various religions in the context of culture, history, diversity, and cultural celebrations.

Programs and Services

"Montessori / enriched academics" Cornerstone offers a Montessori-rooted program that also incorporates progressive practices and “modern learning fluency” (e.g., typing, research, coding, and responsible technology use). The school emphasizes small classes/low student-to-teacher ratios, home-reading programs in every class, and differentiated instruction to support and extend students. "Technology / modern learning fluency" The school highlights gradual, intentional instruction in typing, research, coding, and responsible technology use as part of its academic program. "Reading support" Cornerstone states it has home-reading programs in every class to build strong readers and a love of literature, and mentions opportunities for parent participation in a “one on one” reading program with primary students.

School Culture and Expectations

Cornerstone emphasizes educating the “whole child,” celebrating inclusion, and building social, emotional, and academic success. The school highlights values such as honesty, integrity, responsibility, empathy, and kindness, and lists core values including kindness/respect/courtesy, strong work ethic, personal academic excellence, creativity and critical thinking, and excellence in workmanship. The school also describes “grace and courtesy” expectations (e.g., speaking politely, being patient) and notes that students in K–7 wear a school uniform (including a tracksuit on gym days).

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Cornerstone states it does not provide bus service or daycare. The school notes it may try to connect families who need transportation with other families in the same neighbourhood, and that it has a working relationship with a nearby before-and-after school care facility.

Enrollment

Admissions information is provided through the school’s admissions pages, including an Open House/tour option and assessment-based intake. The school indicates families can phone the office to book a tour and information session, and that when space is limited families may be able to join a waiting list to be contacted if an opening arises. Admissions materials also reference registration packages and a non-refundable deposit at registration/re-registration.