Authentic Montessori · Glenmore, Kelowna
Where little hands do big work
A fully licensed, authentic Montessori preschool where children ages 3–5 learn at their own pace — surrounded by beauty, order, and a garden to grow in.
“The child can only develop fully by means of experience in their environment. We call such experience ‘work’.” — Maria Montessori
Ages 3–5 · Tue, Wed & Thu mornings
Why Montessori
A peaceful, prepared place to learn and thrive
An authentic Montessori environment is carefully prepared for the sensitive periods of a child’s life between 3 and 5. Children develop cooperative social skills, self-control, initiative, an analytical mindset — and most importantly, a lifelong joy and excitement for learning.
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Trained Montessori teachers
Gentle guidance from certified teachers who understand Maria Montessori’s vision and trust that children will show them the way.
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A multi-age classroom
Children aged 3–5 learn together. Older children model leadership; younger ones are mentored — everyone grows.
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Real Montessori materials
Wood, glass, and natural fibres — beautiful, hands-on materials that concretize language, mathematics, geography, and science.
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Child-directed work
Students choose their work and progress at their own pace, building concentration, independence, and confident choices.
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Uninterrupted work periods
Long stretches of calm, purposeful focus — the deep concentration you can feel when you step into the classroom.
Art and music live here too — for creativity, confidence, language, and the soothing joy they bring to the soul.
20+ years teaching preschool
Meet Judith Lanaway
The teacher families remember for a lifetime
Judith is Coronation Montessori’s owner, director, and teacher. After returning to the Okanagan she worked as a family counsellor, then opened her own preschool and earned her Montessori Teaching Diploma. She has spent more than twenty years teaching preschool — and feels blessed to be part of each child’s early education.
Every email and phone call is returned within 24 hours, and she greets every child and parent by name, with a big smile and a “Good Morning.”
- Early Childhood Education graduate, University of the Fraser Valley
- Special Needs Certification & Infant Toddler Certification
- Certification in Early Intervention Speech and Language
- Orton Gillingham Learning Abilities Therapeutic Tutors Program
- Montessori Teaching Diploma
“She is that teacher my children will always remember for the positive and loving introduction to learning… She is that person who has found her calling.”
A Day at Preschool
Three calm, purposeful hours
A predictable routine with a consistency of days — just the right amount of class time for preschool-age children.
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Arrival
A warm welcome at the door — every child greeted by name.
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Welcome circle
The class gathers to start the morning together.
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Montessori work
A prepared environment for developmental growth — each child chooses their work.
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Snack
Children delight in a special snack brought from home.
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Outside time
Gardens to plant, playhouses, and big muscles at play in the fresh air.
Program & Fees
Morning classes, three days a week
- Ages
- 3, 4 & 5 years old
- Class days
- Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
- Class time
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- School year
- September through June
- Readiness
- Potty trained & able to separate from a parent
- Registration
- Opens each January for a September start. Email any time to join the waitlist — tours are by appointment.
Tuition
$350 / month
September–June, plus a one-time $50 registration fee.
Published 2025/2026 rate — please confirm current fees when registering.
Gallery
Step inside the classroom
Real photos of our prepared environment in Glenmore — inside and out.
From Our Families
In their own words
“The peace of mind knowing that your children are safe and preparing developmentally for kindergarten is PRICELESS.”
Both my boys attended Judith’s preschool spanning more than 6 years. Judith Lanaway puts the best interest of the children in her care first.
“Our daughter Milli was a graduate of Mrs. Lanaway’s former pre-school in Vernon… the day she was accepted into university to study Law, one of the first people she called was Mrs. Lanaway.”
“Mrs. Lanaway is an exceptional teacher with such a special gift. Our son looks forward to going to school every day, and we are confident his time at Coronation Montessori will set him up for success in Kindergarten.”
“Under the caring and dedicated guidance of Mrs. Lanaway, he has flourished in ways we could only hope for — safe, loved, and excited to learn every day.”
“Thank you for helping Owen build his confidence and being so patient while making sure he focuses on his learning every day. You have done an incredible job.”
All quotes shared by Coronation Montessori families.
Visit Us
Book a tour, or join the waitlist
Registration and tours are by appointment — every email and phone call is returned within 24 hours.
Call
778-484-3121Class hours
Tuesday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
September through June
Thank you!
Your message is on its way. Judith returns every email and phone call within 24 hours.
