Golden Grove School

Golden Grove integrates the Montessori education method with a holistic philosophy of peace, community and empowerment. Children achieve academic excellence, independence, social skills, self-esteem and life skills.

Golden Grove caters for full primary and intermediate education. The junior classroom consists of children aged 5-9 and the senior classroom has children aged 9-12. We are very happy to offer small class sizes. Every child learns differently, hence we encourage children to direct their own learning and follow what interests them.

The child’s mind can be likened to a fertile field, in which seeds of knowledge are planted. At this age a life long hunger for knowledge is awakened through the power of wonder and imagination. At Golden Grove School we recognize a child’s imagination is in full bloom, they are ready to explore the world around them.

Children in our classroom are opened to a new world of possibility through ideas and theories.  Mythology, creative writing, and scientific and mathematical theories are embraced and explored.

Our vision is to have a school with a family atmosphere providing a Montessori education in a vibrant, supportive and nurturing environment. Every child is extraordinary and we aim to help them realize their unique potential.

Our school values are:

• Peace education
• Sense of belonging
• Friendship
• Inner discipline
• Independence
• Acceptance
• Self-transcendence

Our classes are small, comprising no more than 15 children per teacher; allowing for plenty of one on one time between teacher and student, and a peaceful working environment.

Perhaps one of the things that makes us different from other schools is the fact we give children a chance to explore the full richness of the world within and without us. Our educational program is infused with excellent field trips, guest/specialist meetings and extracurricular activities. We offer a wide range of activities from tai chi to nature trips and community support.

Silent reflection is also a part of the daily schedule giving children time to focus their attention and energy, still the mind and focus on the task at hand. Silent reflection gives the child a moment to stop and feel before acting, allowing them to act with clarity and from the heart. We do not follow any particular religion but are open to children from all religions and spiritual backgrounds.

At Golden Grove, we give children the opportunity to work uninterrupted. We put a large focus on the understanding of the material, rather than memorization. This inspired creative learning results in children who approach work with joy and willingness, and find it easy to learn even the most difficult subjects. Furthermore, they get satisfaction when the task is completed.

We encourage children to develop their wisdom, think and feel for themselves, and distinguish between right and wrong, so they may learn about the world and come to know themselves.