Casa

Child-centered

Unlike conventional classrooms, where all children are expected to pay close attention to the teacher, our program does the opposite – the teacher is trained to closely observe and support your child’s interests, tendencies and needs. You won’t see the teacher standing at the front of the classroom at a chalkboard, but rather engaging with the children individually or in small groups.

Mixed-age classrooms

Because the curriculum is customized for each student, your child can work at an individualized pace while participating in a mixed-age classroom community. Your younger child learns by observing the behavior and activities of the older children. Your older child gains self-confidence, leadership skills, and responsibility by setting an example for younger friends.

The gift of choice

Your child will be introduced to a broad range of concepts and activities in individual and small group lessons. The real learning, however, occurs through independent activity by choosing to explore, repeat, and gain complete comprehension of each new lesson.

Hands-on materials, holistic learning

The scientifically designed Montessori materials help your child learn through tactile and active exploration. Through continued use, children develop a concrete understanding of abstract concepts, such as mathematics, providing a solid foundation for future lessons. The Casa Program helps children hone their Practical life, Sensorial, Mathematics and Language skills; while these areas represent parts of the Montessori curriculum, along with Science, Arts and Culture, it is important to remember that they are not subjects taught in isolation, but rather learnt as an interconnected whole.

Group activities and play

While most of the day is spent in self-directed work, there are also times for group activity and play. The teacher may gather a group for songs or to tell stories about a cultural, scientific, or historical theme of interest. Ample time is also given to run, dig, explore, and play with friends outdoors.

One size does not fit all

Rather than a top-down curriculum based on age, our teachers are trained to respect your child’s unique potential, connecting them with lessons that are best suited for their developmental stage. Your child will be challenged according to their individual abilities, not a generic standard, ensuring they achieve genuine comprehension throughout their learning journey.