Basic Principles/Philosophies

A child is loved, respected and accepted for his own uniqueness and is molded to be independent, helpful, well-mannered, orderly and rich in knowledge by being exposed to the five areas of a prepared environment, namely: Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math and Cultural Arts as he/she learns, blooms and grows at his own pace with interest, excitement and determination.


 About the Owner:

Grace R. David has been teaching the Montessori method since 1994. She has a B.A. degree in Art Education and she attended the Montessori Teachers Course at the Northern California Teachers Training Center in Mountain View, CA. Her memberships include the Association of Montessori International, Contra Costa Association for the Education of Young Children and the San Ramon Valley Child Care Association.




 

Application Process

  1. Appointment and Tour
  2. Payment of $75 non-refundable fee
  3. Submission of application papers, forms and other requirements
  4. Payment of Tuition fee
  5. Schedule an orientation before child's start date


General Information:


  • Ages: 2- 5 years old
  • Hours: 7:30AM - 5:30 PM
  • Teacher/Child Ratio: 1 teacher for every 6 children
  • Tuition fees: Available in school information packet
  • Daycare Available: Yes
  • Must be potty trained: No
  • Meals available: Mid-morning, lunch and mid-afternoon
  • Parent/Teacher Conference: April and October
  • Other activities: Field trips, summer programs, seasonal parties, art and music
  • When can applications be picked up: During the appointment which includes a tour and explanation