West-Mont School

About

Westmont School is located at 4075 Metchosin Rd, Victoria, BC V9C 4A4, on a private campus nestled within 143 acres of forested coastline in Greater Victoria. The school describes itself as offering a complete Montessori journey from Preschool through Grade 12, with an emphasis on tailored education, academic excellence, and whole-child development. Westmont highlights a nature-based campus experience and a Montessori approach aimed at deep, self-directed, lifelong learning.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Sooke)

Education language: Westmont is a Montessori school serving Preschool through Grade 12. The provided sources mention French as part of the Upper Elementary experience, but they do not clearly state the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum or describe a bilingual/immersion instruction program.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: N/A

Phone: 250 474-2626

Email: principal@westmontschool.ca

Principal: Magnus Hanton

Education Languages

Westmont is a Montessori school serving Preschool through Grade 12. The provided sources mention French as part of the Upper Elementary experience, but they do not clearly state the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum or describe a bilingual/immersion instruction program.

Programs and Services

After-school programs and camps Westmont offers Summer Camps (open to external and Westmont families) and After-School Programs (for current Westmont families only) for children from Kindergarten to Grade 8. The school describes offerings such as homework support, skill-building workshops, reading clubs, STEM activities, arts, and outdoor sports. Student support / special education (inclusion) Westmont describes itself as valuing and celebrating students’ unique identities and notes a history of serving students with a range of neurological, physical, and socio-emotional needs. The school states its inclusion support staff is at capacity with limited availability for applicants requiring individualized support (noted for 2026–27 on the admissions page), and its admissions policies describe review processes that may involve a resource teacher and supporting documentation (e.g., diagnostic testing, occupational therapy reports).

School Culture and Expectations

Westmont’s stated vision is to provide “world class Montessori education now and for generations to come.” Its core values emphasize independence, active learning, connection/mentorship (including multi-age groupings), resilience (learning through mistakes in a respectful community), and curiosity through child-directed exploration. The school also describes its student body as welcoming and non-discriminatory and notes a commitment to an inclusive environment that respects and nurtures diversity.

Enrollment

Westmont invites families to start by booking a campus tour, then applying online, followed by a student visit; enrolment decisions depend on available spaces, program suitability, and the school’s ability to meet student learning needs. The school notes that many programs may have a wait pool, and families may be contacted when a space becomes available. Admissions information includes an application fee ($250, one-time, non-refundable) and contact details for the admissions office; international students have additional eligibility requirements and fee information.