Montessori Foundation

Governance and Accountability

School Calendar

2026 - 2027

Principal’s Message

Dear Families,

Patricia Maraire

We are proud to offer a nurturing, inclusive, and academically enriching environment where students grow into confident, curious, and compassionate learners. Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of each developmental stage, and we are excited to present the offerings for the coming year.

Mrs Patricia Maraire

Founder, Head of School and Principal

On behalf of the faculty and staff at Hillcrest Montessori Academy, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2026–2027 school year. We are proud to provide a nurturing, inclusive, and academically enriching environment where students grow into confident, curious, and compassionate learners.

This year, we continue to offer Early Years (ages 2.8–6) with bilingual French and English learning opportunities, Elementary School (Grades 1–6), and our Montessori Junior High Program. Our programs integrate the Montessori approach with Alberta Education standards, fostering independence, critical thinking, and hands-on learning.

We are excited to continue expanding opportunities through Art, Music, Physical Education, STEM, competitive soccer, and our Multi-Arts Program. Our new Science Laboratory further strengthens experiential learning through hands-on scientific exploration and inquiry.

We also continue to provide Childcare and Out-of-School Care to support working families.

Thank you for your continued trust in HMA. We look forward to a year of learning, discovery, creativity, and growth together.