French

At White Oaks Montessori School in Mississauga, our French program uses the AIM French (Accelerative Integrated Method), also known as the Gestures Approach, to make learning French engaging, natural, and effective.

Rooted in Montessori values, AIM French is taught by an AIM-certified instructor and combines movement, gestures, drama, and spoken language to help children learn French in a meaningful, immersive way. Rather than translating, students connect words directly to meaning, building confidence and understanding from the very beginning.

Casa and Elementary students receive AIM French instruction 2–3 times per week, with a strong focus on developing oral communication and listening skills.

How AIM French Supports Language Learning

• Gestures and movement help introduce and reinforce vocabulary, supporting memory and comprehension in a French environment.

• Useful, practical words are introduced early, giving students the tools to communicate right away.

• Drama- and literacy-based activities create an immersion-like experience through storytelling, role play, and hands-on tasks.

• Grammar is taught naturally and in context, helping children recognize patterns in a fun and meaningful way.

• Collaborative learning encourages students to speak, listen, and create together in French.

This highly interactive approach supports a wide range of learning styles and abilities, providing inclusive French instruction that builds strong oral language foundations and long-term language proficiency.

Please view our French Programme Video

Music & Drama

Our Music and Drama Programme provides students with a strong foundation in musical understanding, creative expression, and performance skills. Through structured instruction and hands-on experiences, students develop both technical ability and a lasting appreciation for the performing arts.

Music

The Music curriculum introduces students to the concepts, language, notation, and vocabulary of music, while also exploring the history of music and influential composers. Students engage in listening, performing, and creating music, fostering both musical literacy and artistic confidence.

Instruction includes vocal training and singing, alongside instrumental study with exposure to a variety of instruments such as piano, xylophone, recorder, and ukulele. This multi-disciplinary approach allows students to explore sound, rhythm, and melody while developing strong musical skills and a genuine appreciation for music.

Music education also supports cognitive development, coordination, and emotional well-being. In keeping with Montessori philosophy, children benefit from learning in a musically rich environment, where rhythm, melody, and movement deepen concentration and appreciation for the arts.

Drama

The Drama programme invites students to explore the world of theatre through acting, character development, movement, facial expression, and scene study. As students progress, they build confidence, communication skills, and creative expression through collaborative and individual performance work.

Elementary productions provide meaningful opportunities for students to apply classroom learning in real performance settings, helping them develop stage presence, self-assurance, and respect for the creative process.

Together, Music and Drama support the development of the whole child, encouraging creativity, discipline, collaboration, and confidence—skills that extend well beyond the stage and into all areas of learning.

Please view our Music Programme Video

“Music can touch us in a way that nothing else can. No better gift can we give to the children than to open this door for them.” – Dr. Maria Montessori