About Us

Get to know our community, our team, and what makes CMCC special.

Our Story

Nurturing curious minds since 1984

Community Montessori Children's Centre (CMCC), provided by the Community Association of Montessori Parents (C.A.M.P.), is a non-profit Montessori program that provides enriched Montessori learning for children ages 30 months to Kindergarten age.

Founded in 1984 by parents interested in Montessori pedagogy, CMCC is a registered charitable non-profit society. In Fall 2020, we transitioned to a full-day daycare model.

Located in the Cedar Cottage neighbourhood of East Vancouver, adjacent to Tyee Montessori Elementary School, our program provides children with a solid foundation for lifelong learning.

Our goals for each child include developing a positive attitude toward learning, self-esteem, concentration, inner discipline, initiative and persistence, and the basic skills necessary for a lifetime of creative thinking.

Meet Our Team

Our Staff

Julie Paul

Teacher

With CMCC since 1990, Julie brings over 30 years of teaching experience to the classroom. She holds a St. Nicholas Montessori Diploma and an Early Childhood Education Diploma, and is known for her warm, patient approach and her commitment to nurturing each child’s curiosity and independence.

Shauna Calvert

Teacher

Shauna holds a BA from the University of Victoria, a St. Nicholas Montessori Diploma, a TESL certificate, and an ECE certificate. Teaching since 1992, she brings a thoughtful, child-centered approach to the classroom and enjoys guiding young learners as they develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Kathleen Chun

Teacher

With CMCC since 2025, Kathleen is certified in Early Childhood Education, Special Needs Education, and Infant/Toddler Education. She loves being around people and staying active through badminton, volleyball, and bouldering, and in her free time also enjoys board games, singing, dancing, cooking, and gardening.

Phuong Ngan Le (Candi)

Teacher

Candi holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from Capilano University, with ECE and Infant/Toddler Licenses from the BC ECE Registry. With over five years of experience, she supports children’s growth through Montessori-inspired, hands-on learning. In her free time, she enjoys cooking.

Furry Friends

Classroom Pets

Our classroom is home to several four-legged friends! Dogs Fynn, Chico, and Piper visit daily, bringing joy and teaching children about responsibility and compassion.

Over the years, our classroom has also welcomed rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, and hermit crabs. We also enjoy visits from BC Guide Dogs.

Staying Active

Active Play

Our program includes two 60-minute active play segments every day, ensuring children stay physically engaged and healthy.

RunningJumpingBall GamesDancingYogaGroup GamesNature WalksFree Play