Admissions
To explore more about our Montessori programme, please visit Our Learning. Essential information about the application process is below. Should you have any enquiries about enrolment, please don't hesitate to ask.
Huapai Montessori
Eligibility
Eligibility is based on the classrooms' ability to support the individual needs of each child in the Montessori environment. A priority is extended to children who have an established grounding in Montessori through attending a Montessori pre-school, or for children who have siblings already in the class.
For children aged five and those with limited to no prior experience in a Montessori environment, we offer a well-established transition programme in a preparatory classroom. This programme is designed to equip them with the skills they need in the classroom. They learn independence, grace and courtesy, sharing resources, looking after the class environment and making choices in learning areas to follow their interests.
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Out of Zone applications are accepted for the Montessori classrooms as they are treated as part of a special programme.
How to Apply
1
Meet
The first step is to take the necessary time to familiarise yourself and understand the Montessori philosophy to decide whether this meets your educational goals for your child. Then, enquire online to arrange a meeting with the Principal.
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2
Observe
The head teacher will invite you to observe the class and will arrange trial visits to determine whether your child is ready and also to give you a good feel for our environment. You will get a clearer idea of what Montessori education offers.
3
Enrol
Upon completion of the observation, we will extend an invitation to enrol with us and you will be sent links to the relevant forms.
Out of zone applications are accepted in the unit but need to go through the process of consideration by the school Board on an individual basis.
Parent Contributions
Families have an opportunity to enjoy a quality Montessori education in a welcoming state school environment thanks to the establishment of West Auckland Montessori Trust. To support the unique aspects and extra costs of Montessori education not covered by Ministry of Education funding, families contribute to the Trust each term. Trust funds go towards covering the surplus costs for teacher salaries, Montessori materials, facilities, training etc. The contribution schedule for each term is as follows: $750 for the first child, $562.50 for the second child, $375 for the third, and $187.50 for the fourth. These contributions are eligible for tax refunds at 33.3%.