CURIOSITY. CONFIDENCE. CHARACTER.

Guided by Montessori principles, we nurture curiosity, confidence and character.

I.D.E.A.S. Montessori has been serving children since 2012, offering high-fidelity Montessori education for ages 1 to 6. The school is led by certified Montessori guides and experienced early childhood educators who share a deep commitment to each child’s development and their lifelong love for learning.

In our classrooms, students learn through individual or small group presentations that use hands-on  and self-correcting  materials. Classrooms are multi-aged where children work at their own pace and of their own choice but guided by rules and limits. Through Montessori work, every child develops concentration and experiences a blend of freedom and self- discipline.

Our Mission

01

To provide the highest quality and standards of childcare and education that are developmentally appropriate to every child.

02

To foster the child’s cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development in a secure and nurturing environment.

03

To nurture lifelong skills and values.

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To be an extension of the home and expand the child’s awareness and understanding of the world, as we work in partnership with the child’sfamily, most especially their parents and primary caregivers.

Our Guiding Philosophy

Each letter represents a core goal that guides how we nurture and support every child’s growth. Together, these principles reflect our commitment
to developing curious, confident, and compassionate learners who are prepared for the future.

Inquire

Knowledge begins with curiosity.

Discover

Learning unfolds through exploration and play.

Enrich

Education of the whole child—mind, body, and spirit.

Achieve

Reaching one’s full potential in a nurturing environment.

Succeed

Building the confidence and skills to flourish in school and in life.

Thematic Approach

I.D.E.A.S. integrates Montessori principles with a dynamic thematic learning approach, ensuring every lesson is engaging, purposeful, and connected to the real world.

Integrated Knowledge

A boy in a yellow striped shirt sorting plastic insect toys into a labeled arrangement on a table.

Your child isn't just learning facts; they are building cognitive bridges. A theme acts as an anchor, allowing children to see 
the connections between different subject matters (e.g., learning about insects involves counting them in Math, studying their habitats in Science, and reading stories about them 
in Language Arts).

Concept Mastery

Young girl with a white bow and pink puffy dress concentrating on drawing with a pencil at a white table.

Themes provide a framework, allowing children to build upon concepts through diverse, hands-on activities. This ensures a robust and multi-faceted understanding of complex ideas.

Fueling Curiosity

Woman and three young children seated at a table, arranging pink and white flowers in small vases.

Themes are carefully selected, ranging from personal , foundational topics (Self & Family) to subjects sparked by the children’s natural curiosity (Nature, Transportation). This intrinsic motivation makes learning truly irresistible and fun.

The Result

A highly engaging, well-rounded educational experience that nurtures every facet of your child's development.

Home - School Partnership

Parent Enrichment Workshops

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

Scheduled sessions designed to keep you informed and up-to-date with the latest trends in parenting, education, and child development.

WHY IT MATTERS

Contribute Ideas and Stay Informed: 
They are an open forum to share your input, foster strong communication with teachers, and ensure you have the best tools 
for supporting your child's growth.

Caregiver Training Sessions

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

Focused workshops and training specifically for your child's primary caregivers.

WHY IT MATTERS

Shared Understanding: We ensure all adults in your child's life—at home and at school—are equipped with the appropriate information and strategies to support their critical role in your child's growth and development.

Parent Leader Core Group

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

A dynamic group of parent volunteers who help organize, plan, and coordinate community activities.

WHY IT MATTERS

Connect and Celebrate: Leaders help bridge meaningful relationships between families and host vibrant social events like Parent Mixer Nights, Family Day Festivities, and school-wide community gatherings. It's a connection that lasts long after graduation!

Our Montessori Approach

I.D.E.A.S. Montessori believes knowledge begins through INQUIRY.
Montessori students are driven by interest and curiosity. They follow their interest wherever that passion leads. Lessons gain more meaning and significance, making them highly motivated learners.

Children DISCOVER through play.
Learning takes place as they explore the Montessori environment and interact with others. By providing them with age-appropriate and purposeful activities, children can make sense of their experience and express their ideas and feelings.

We ENRICH the child’s total well-being.
The room is designed to facilitate maximum learning and exploration for children. It is an atmosphere that offers intellectual stimulation, social interactions, physical development, and spiritual enrichment.

Children ACHIEVE their full potential in a nurturing environment.
Nothing is as important to I.D.E.A.S. as a collaborative partnership between  the home and school. The school believes that strong parent involvement is essential to a child’s preschool experience.

I.D.E.A.S. propels every child to SUCCEED.
I.D.E.A.S. fosters intelligence, values and a lifetime love for learning. The school assures a solid foundation for your child’s future education. I.D.E.A.S. aims not only to prepare for higher learning  but to hone skills that will nurture values they will carry on  to their adult years.

Group of young children with three female teachers in a classroom, some children playing musical instruments and others sitting or smiling.
A young girl and a man are touching index fingers in a classroom setting with children and tables in the background.

Meet the Directors

Lara Tabifranca - Magsaysay
Head Directess
  • Completed Graduate-level coursework
    Basic Education Teaching
    Ateneo De Manila University
  • Early Years International School Educator, Singapore
  • Over 20 years of early childhood teaching under various pedagogies
Anchet Belizario - Diaz
NIDO Program Head
  • Certificate in Assistants to Infancy (0-3years)
    Association Montessori Internationale
    Sydney Montessori Training Institute, NSW, Australia
  • Certificate in First Steps in Music Education
    Feierabend Association, Hofstra University, New York, USA
  • Professional Teacher (Secondary)
    Board for Professional Teachers, Professional Regulation Commission
Dedette Albert - Habana, M.Ed.
CASA Program Head
  • Master of Education - Montessori Education
    Loyola University, Maryland, USA
  • Diploma in Montessori Primary Education (3-6years)
    Association Montessori Internationale
    Ohio Montessori Training Institute, Ohio, USA
  • Certificate in Montessori for Dementia, Disability and Aging (Elderly)
    Association Montessori Internationale
    Brush Development, Ohio, USA
Lia Sandoval - Agcaoili
Enrichment Program Head
  • Completed Graduate-Level coursework
    Developmental Psychology
    Ateneo De Manila University
  • Over 20 years in Child Development & Education