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Becoming a Franchisee

AVM Pickering Franchisee, co-owner Vijay Vimalanathan, describes his franchise journey from first meeting, signing papers, through opening.

BUILDING A FRANCHISE

Matthew Stern, President of New Ink Consulting discusses high-level points of franchise ownership: what it means, who fits the model, and how to choose the right kind and make it a success.

CREATING THE MODEL

Franchise owner Murtaza Hasan shares the story behind the creation and success of Angus Valley Montessori Schools, and the motivation and passion that drives AVMS' explosive business growth.

Food and Nutrition

Chef Guillermo Russo talks about creating balanced, nutritious and delicious menus exclusively for AVM Schools and the young children we serve.

AVMS: AN OVERVIEW

Learn a bit about Angus Valley Montessori Schools’ unique approach to curriculum, parent communication and nutrition. Plus, our custom-built schools designed for early childhood education.

UNIQUE CURRICULUM

Syeda Hasnain, Director of Education talks about AVMS’ unique approach combining Montessori with Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences, plus developing the team and partnership with parents to support it.

Fire Safety

We work with the professionals at Innovative Fire Inc. - Fire Safety Consultants to ensure our buildings meet all fire safety and code requirements. This team also creates our Fire Safety Plan and educates staff about safety measures for each location.

CLEANLINESS AND HYGIENE

Learn about our partnership with global leader Ecolab, ensuring our schools are equipped with the best hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services available.

FAMILY APPRECIATION DAY 2023

AVM and AGM held our first combined graduation ceremony and annual Family Appreciation Day at Canada’s Wonderland this June. It was exciting to see our graduates receive their certificates and all our families and staff enjoy the park.

AVM Uptown Grand Opening

Friday, December 9, 2022

AVM Vaughan Grand Opening

Saturday, October 16, 2021

AVM Pickering first anniversary

Sunday, October 17, 2021

AVM MILTON GRAND OPENING

Saturday, October 23, 2021

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FAD and GRAD 2023

On June 23, 2023, we held our 2023 Graduation Ceremony and our annual Family Appreciation Day at Canada’s Wonderland. It was exciting to see our graduates receiving their first graduation certificates on our stage!

AVM UPTOWN

This 10,000+ sq ft school is now open in the cosmopolitan Yonge and Sheppard neighbourhood. Conveniently accessible via TTC, and underground parking connected to the Yonge Sheppard Centre, AVM Uptown has a private entry from the mall.

AVM VAUGHAN

This 9,000+ sq ft school is now open just minutes from Rutherford GO station and highway 400, with many new residential developments under construction nearby.

AVM Pickering

Located in Seaton Centre on Brock Road, a new shopping plaza in the growing community of New Seaton in Pickering.

AVM Milton

This 9,500+ sq ft space is now open in the revitalized Milton Mall – conveniently located in the heart of Milton.

AVM MILTON GRAND OPENING

On October 23, 2021 AVM Milton celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local politicians, educators, parents and children.

AVM PICKERING ANNIVERSARY

October 17, 2021 marked the one year anniversary of AVM Pickering. The celebration included many important guests: area politicians, educators and families.

AVM VAUGHAN GRAND OPENING

AVM Vaughan celebrated their official grand opening October 16, 2021 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and party, shared with many local dignitaries and families.