The Gatehouse Montessori School Society
The Gatehouse Montessori School Society is a Canadian nonprofit organization operating a Montessori school in West Vancouver, British Columbia. Established in 1979, the society offers early childhood education programs grounded in Montessori principles, focusing on children aged 2.5 to 5 years[4][5].

Operations and Programs
The society operates preschool and full-day kindergarten programs five days per week, with an extended full-day option available[4]. Its curriculum adheres to the Montessori philosophy, emphasizing self-directed learning within a prepared environment tailored to developmental stages[1][5]. Programs are designed to foster independence, social skills, and cognitive development through hands-on, experiential learning[1].

Governance
As a registered nonprofit, the society is overseen by an independent board of directors. It maintains a non-denominational, not-for-profit structure and employs Montessori-trained educators alongside Early Childhood Education (ECE) certified staff[1][2]. The organization emphasizes maintaining its reputation for quality education through structured mentorship and adherence to Montessori methodologies[1].

Recognition
Gatehouse has served the North Shore community for over four decades, with its longevity attributed to its commitment to Montessori principles and community-focused administration[1][5]. The society’s programs are licensed under British Columbia’s early childhood education standards, ensuring compliance with provincial regulations[5].

[1] https://gatehousemontessori.com [2] https://gatehousemontessori.com/our-school/ [3] https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/fdo-grantmaker-profile/?collection=grantmakers&activity=result&key=7057120 [4] https://www.charitydata.ca/charity/the-gatehouse-montessori-school-society/107420952RR0001/ [5] https://children.nscr.ca/directory/gatehouse-montessori-school/