About Us
discover our history, philosophy, pedagogy, and curriculum
Colin Macdonald Community School is a non-profit independent school in West Hamilton, Ontario.
We feature:
Multi-age classrooms
Experienced teachers who are qualified, dedicated and innovative
A Montessori “Casa,” which provides a purposeful alternative to traditional pre-school programmes. A learning environment that allows children to develop their skills through natural curiosity and exploration.
Individualized programming embracing a diversity of learning preferences
The cultivation of strong basic academic skills directed at the child’s individual level
An emphasis on experiential, cooperative, and creative learning
non-graded classrooms stressing peer teaching and respect for self and others
In addition, we offer:
Music and Creative Movement
Visual and Dramatic Arts
French
Physical and Natural Science
Design and Technology
World Studies
Physical and Health Education
Life Skills
Outdoor Education
Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogy
We also make use of community resources, both natural and human.
Camping, field trips, library visits, swimming, visits to area businesses, hikes and caring for a local trail are all a part of the student’s lives.
What we learn in the small community of the classroom applies to and draws upon that larger community to which we belong.
