Fairmont Academy

The Big Picture First: Montessori’s Cosmic Curriculum

One of the most beautiful aspects of Montessori education is the Cosmic Curriculum and the Five Great Lessons. Instead of starting with isolated facts, Montessori begins with the whole story of the universe: how everything came to be and how all things are connected.

From the explosive birth of the universe, to the coming of life, humans, language, numbers, and our responsibility to the Earth, children are invited into a grand narrative that gives meaning to their learning. These lessons spark curiosity and wonder, then gently open the door to deeper exploration.

Montessori learning follows a whole-to-part, spiral approach. Children first see the big picture, then revisit ideas again and again- each time with more focus, detail, and understanding. History connects to science, science connects to geography, math connects to culture… nothing is taught in isolation.

The result? Children don’t just memorize information, they understand how everything fits together. They see themselves as part of a larger story and develop a sense of purpose, responsibility, and connection to the world around them.

This is how Montessori nurtures not only academic growth, but thoughtful, curious, and compassionate global citizens

The wait is almost over!
📅 School resumes next Wednesday and we can’t wait to have everyone back for another fun-filled year of learning and events 🎉📚

Happy New Year to all our parents and families! 🎉
May 2026 bring joy, good health, and beautiful memories.
We’re excited for the year ahead!

Wishing all our families a day filled with love and laughter. Merry Christmas 🎄

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Contact us today to secure your school tour before the end of the school year!

It’s our Open Day today! Don’t forget to pop in to meet our team of teachers and see our awesome school.
See you there.

To our awesome team of teachers thank you for your constant love and dedication in making a daily difference in your childrens' lives 🛝🙌📚🎓

You are truly valued 🩵

That’s a wrap on a busy term 3!!! Time to rest and recharge for the busiest time of the year.

Can’t wait to see you on the 8th October.

Spring is around the corner!!!

Can you believe that in two short weeks, we will be entering Spring and the last quarter of the school year? Where has 2024 gone?
The children in grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 will be hosting a Spring Day Bake Sale on Monday, September 2nd. Each child will need to supply 12 - 16 items to sell on the day. Get creative and show off your Spring inspired baking skills 🙂

All children from the preschool and the primary school will be given the opportunity to buy during break. Please remember to send money with your child so that they can buy some yummies. Prices will vary from R5 to R15 with an initial limit of 4 items until everyone has had a chance to buy thereafter they will be able to return to buy mom, dad and siblings some sugary goodness.