Extra-Curricular

Best Choice

GMIS is such an incredible school. We always tell other parents it's the best school in the area because you get the Mandarin language education PLUS Montessori program. It's the best choice we've made to enroll our child in this school.

Sharline C.

2017-09-08T10:51:13-07:00

Sharline C.

GMIS is such an incredible school. We always tell other parents it’s the best school in the area because you get the Mandarin language education PLUS Montessori program. It’s the best choice we’ve made to enroll our child in this school.

https://www.gmis-berkeley.com/testimonials/best-choice/

Dedicated Parents

The teachers and staff at GMIS genuinely care for the well-being of all the students. They provide a warm, supportive environment for kids to learn and explore the world around them. I feel fortunate to be involved with a school with such enthusiastic and dedicated parents, who are also fun to be around.

Bruce M.

2017-09-08T10:57:04-07:00

Bruce M.

https://www.gmis-berkeley.com/testimonials/1192/

Caring, gentle teachers

Our son went to GMIS for preschool and loved it. Caring, gentle teachers, a strong parent community and Mandarin - all that we could hope for.

Orion Reblitz-Richardson

2016-03-14T15:19:18-07:00

Orion Reblitz-Richardson

Our son went to GMIS for preschool and loved it. Caring, gentle teachers, a strong parent community and Mandarin – all that we could hope for.

https://www.gmis-berkeley.com/testimonials/testimonial-2/

Our enrichment classes focus on holistic development.

We pride ourselves in helping your child develop as well-rounded individuals. We offer a variety of classes for the mind, for the body and for the heart – to help nurture virtues and develop solid character traits in each child.

Soccer with Coach Raul

Every Monday, students participate in Soccer Shots class. The Soccer Shots program utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting.

We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation.

Creative Music Classes

Tuesdays are music days with Mr. Jon and Ms. Laura. There are many benefits that music provides for children as they continue to grow. The benefits that young children acquire through music include social skills, emotional self-regulating abilities, cognitive benefits, and physical benefits.

Dance

Dancing is a highly physical activity, and kids who take dance lessons regularly should expect to see a significant improvement in their overall physical health. The repetitive movements involved in dance can improve muscle tone, increase balance and coordination. GMIS has dance class each week for all students.

Outdoor Environment Classroom

Connection to nature and inspiring wonder are an integral part of the Montessori Philosophy and Method. The Montessori Method also stresses that immersion in nature is imperative for proper physical and psychological development. Children are inherently connected to nature and fascinated by living things; there is a significant body of research discussing the benefits of children interacting with nature on a regular basis.

Gardening

Students plant both fall and spring gardens full of seasonal vegetables, and fruits. They are responsible for watering and caring for their gardens as well as eating the results of their work. Planting seeds and watching them grow helps children learn about the growth process, the environment and the food they eat. Weeding and watering a garden encourages physical activity and teaches responsibility.

Cooking

Students peel, chop, dice, measure and mix different recipes 2-3 days per month. Cooking with kids provides practical experience with many essential skills such as reading, following directions, and measuring. Getting involved in cooking helps your child to develop fine motor skills, eye hand coordination, and even early concepts of math and science.

A Day in the Life at GMIS