PROGRAMS OFFERED

Designed for Every Stage of Early Learning

Nido
Program

Ages 1 to 3 years

Smiling child lying on the floor with arms raised next to toy vegetables and cards with vegetable images.

Just as a nest offers safety and nurture, the Nido environment provides a warm and secure space 
where the youngest learners can explore 
with confidence. The classroom is thoughtfully prepared with child-sized furniture and purposeful materials, creating an atmosphere that encourages independence, discovery, and the natural unfolding of each child’s potential.

Casa
Program

Ages 2½ to 6 years

Smiling young girl sitting cross-legged on a colorful diamond-patterned rug with large yellow, green, red, and gray geometric shapes scattered around her.

Casa offers a nurturing, child-centered environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and learn at their own pace. Guided by trained teachers and a thoughtfully prepared classroom, children build independence, confidence, and a genuine love for learning. Through meaningful Montessori work,  learning becomes purposeful, inspiring natural curiosity and a daily excitement to come to school.

Extended
Day
Program

Ages 4½ to 6 years

Young boy in a yellow shirt focused on a wooden peg board with red pegs on a white table indoors.

Our Extended Day Program provides students with additional time to strengthen and deepen 
the skills they develop in their regular classes. This extra learning period allows children to explore advanced Montessori materials, collaborate with peers, and build readiness for their transition 
to elementary school.

Our time at IDEAS was truly the best and most meaningful five years of our lives. It was a journey filled with learning and discovery, and the school supported us not only in nurturing our child, but also in growing together as a family. The care, intention, and attention to detail shown by the teachers and aides are what we value most and continue to miss to this day. All of this, along with the strong sense of community we built over those years, is why IDEAS will always be a place we can call home.

Iven & Nikki Tan

When we enrolled our daughter to IDEAS Montessori, her curious mind found joy in learning. She thrived on the routines set and skills she discovers daily in school. Most times, we are surprised by her newfound independence as she helps with house chores and proudly shows new knowledge like counting with me while cooking and identifying letters while reading books. These big milestones for my little 3 year old are credited to the teachers and environment set at IDEAS Montessori.

Jack & Alexandra Hernandez

“IDEAS is very close to our hearts seeing how our kids have felt very at home the moment they began their Montessori journey here. From how our eldest, who is now in elementary, was guided by her teachers as she became sociable, independent and headstrong to our youngest who has adjusted really well to playing and learning with his classmates. We’re grateful for the love and passion the IDEAS Teachers have for their students and how they truly value partnership and collaboration with us parents.”

“What we love most is the community. Our kids learned how to care. They’ve formed friendships that have lasted beyond their school years, and as parents, we’ve built meaningful relationships too. The teachers and aides feel like family. With the constant updates and open communication, it really feels like we’re working together in raising our kids!“

Alex Ocampo & JV Yu

“Our family is deeply grateful to IDEAS for being such a strong partner in nurturing our son into who he is today. Through the guidance and dedication of his teachers, he has become more curious, thoughtful, and confident. We are truly thankful for the care, encouragement, and support they provide every day. “

Christian & Grace Franco

A Closer Look at Our Curriculum

Nido Program

Ages 1 to 3 years

Language

Builds vocabulary and communication through real objects, stories, songs, and conversation.

Practical Life

Encourages independence and confidence through self-care and daily living skills (e.g., washing hands, dressing, feeding, watering plants).

Motor Development

Enhances gross and fine motor control, while developing coordination, purposeful movement and  problem-solving skills.

Music

Develops rhythm, listening, and self-expression through songs, instruments, and joyful routines.

Arts and Sensory Play

Focuses on creative exploration and sensory experiences– building curiosity, self-expression and an early understanding of cause and effect relationships.

Emotional & Social Growth

Promotes trust, belonging, and confidence in a nurturing environment.

Casa Program

Ages 2½ to 6 years

Practical Life

Builds concentration, coordination, and independence through meaningful, real-world tasks (pouring, sweeping, dressing, etc.).

Sensorial Development

Sharpens the senses using Montessori materials that isolate qualities like size, color, shape, texture, and sound.

Language

Strengthens vocabulary, phonics, reading, and writing through storytelling, songs, and interactive materials.

Mathematics

Teaches concepts from concrete to abstract (quantity, numerals, decimal system, basic operations, and introduction to fractions).

Cultural & Thematic Studies

Integrates geography, science, art, and cultural awareness through hands-on projects and child-led themes.

Social & Emotional Learning

Encourages cooperation, respect, and empathy in a multi-age classroom community.

Extended Day Program

Ages 4½ to 6 years

Advanced Montessori Materials

Deepens mastery in Math, Language, Filipino, & Science  to build strong readiness for the elementary level.

Peer- supported Learning

Encourages collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking through extended exploration and peer interaction.

Leadership & Responsibility

Builds confidence and independence through mentoring and self-directed work.

Academic Reinforcement

Strengthens literacy and numeracy foundations through extended learning time.

Character Development

Nurtures responsibility, focus, and perseverance—key qualities for success beyond preschool.