Toddler / Pre-Primary
For children 18 months to 3 years old, with practical life, language, movement, independence, and social development.
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A warm Montessori community for children 18 months through kindergarten.
Casa dei Bambini offers a thoughtful, multicultural learning environment where children build independence, confidence, language, practical life skills, and a lifelong love of discovery.
Programs
Montessori programs for each stage of early childhood.
Explore toddler, primary, kindergarten, and language enrichment programs designed to support independence, confidence, culture, and joyful learning.
Primary & Kindergarten
For children 3 to 6 years old, with hands-on Montessori materials, language, math, culture, art, science, geography, an outstanding kindergarten program, and preparation for first grade +.
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Mandarin Program
Grounded in Montessori education, our Mandarin program introduces listening, speaking, early reading and writing, culture, music, festivals, books, and art.
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French Program
Rooted in Montessori education, our French program introduces children to listening, speaking, early reading and writing, culture, songs, stories, celebrations, books, and art.
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Spanish Program
Guided by Montessori principles, our Spanish program supports children’s growth in listening, speaking, early literacy, culture, music, stories, traditions, books, and creative expression.
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Montessori learning in a multicultural community.
Children learn best when they feel safe, respected, and inspired. The Casa dei Bambini environment supports independence, concentration, grace and courtesy, language development, and meaningful work.
Our curriculum also reflects a broad cultural experience, including language, music, movement, gardening, cooking, geography, art, nature, and science.
“The goal is not only school readiness, but confidence, curiosity, and a joyful relationship with learning.”
Why families choose Casa
A community where every child is known.
Since 1992, Casa dei Bambini has combined authentic Montessori education with individual attention, experienced teachers, whole-child learning, and a warm multicultural community. Children can grow with us from 18 months through kindergarten in an environment where they feel safe, seen, respected, and capable.
More individual attention
Smaller classroom communities than many public school settings, allowing teachers to know each child and support their individual growth.
Stress-free enrollment
A clear, personal enrollment process with simple steps, responsive guidance, and no unnecessary red tape — just a warm path toward premier care for your child.
Locations
Serving families in San Francisco and Palo Alto.
San Francisco
Montessori preschool and kindergarten program for San Francisco families.
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Palo Alto
Montessori programs for toddler, preschool, and kindergarten families on the Peninsula.
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