Enrolment at Southside constitutes a family commitment to the School and pedagogy. Although the approach supports the growing independence of children, family members are the core of the community.
A key component of the School's mission is to support families in understanding the application of Montessori methodology at School and in providing education that allows a complementary approach to its delivery in the home. The emphasis of the whole child is what underpins the approach offered at Southside and the social emotional development of children extends to all aspects of the child's life as they grow and learn about their world.
Keeping You Informed
Communication with families is pivotal to the school's philosophy. Southside connects with families through a variety of platforms; our website, our school newsletter and our app as well as formal parent/teacher conferences offered twice yearly. A consultation with your child's teacher is available throughout the year on request. Parents/carers are invited to attend our Celebration of learning sessions throughout the year and to observe their children in their classroom.
Parent education
The school offers regular parent education sessions for families to broaden their understanding and knowledge of Montessori education, with opportunities to build connections, ask questions and share with other members of the community. The calendar of events is available on our website and is free of charge for community members. From time to time, additional sessions or workshops with guest speakers are available.
A key component of the School's mission is to support families in understanding the application of Montessori methodology at School and in providing education that allows a complementary approach to its delivery in the home. The emphasis of the whole child is what underpins the approach offered at Southside and the social emotional development of children extends to all aspects of the child's life as they grow and learn about their world.
Keeping You Informed
Communication with families is pivotal to the school's philosophy. Southside connects with families through a variety of platforms; our website, our school newsletter and our app as well as formal parent/teacher conferences offered twice yearly. A consultation with your child's teacher is available throughout the year on request. Parents/carers are invited to attend our Celebration of learning sessions throughout the year and to observe their children in their classroom.
Parent education
The school offers regular parent education sessions for families to broaden their understanding and knowledge of Montessori education, with opportunities to build connections, ask questions and share with other members of the community. The calendar of events is available on our website and is free of charge for community members. From time to time, additional sessions or workshops with guest speakers are available.