Program Options

Our school day is 8:00am - to 3:15pm Monday through Friday.
We also offer before care 7:30am - 8:00am and after care 3:15pm - 5:30pm.

AGE-BASED PROGRAM OPTIONS

Spanish Immersion Primary Community
Ages 2.5 years - 6 years

The Spanish immersion primary community is set up with all of the areas of a Montessori primary classroom: practical life, sensorial, Spanish language work, math, and culture. The children enjoy a beautifully prepared casita with a real kitchen, living room, and sunroom. In the kitchen, the children can enjoy food preparation and practical life work. In the living room and sunroom, they can choose work from a shelf and work either independently, with a friend, or with a group of friends, either at a table or on a rug. Outdoors, the children can enjoy gardening, music, yoga, soccer, and unstructured outdoor play, which is an essential part of our week. The Spanish immersion classroom offers lessons and communication only in Spanish, and all of the language games, reading materials, and writing materials are likewise only in Spanish. Students also receive daily Spanish group time.

Montessori Infant & Walker Play Groups
Ages 3 months - 18 months

Our play groups are organized in two age groups where non-walking infants 3 to 12 months or walking infants 9 to 18 months can come play in a prepared Montessori environment. These 6-week classes are held Saturday mornings. Daily rates are available upon request.

According to Montessori understanding, the first six years of life are the most fundamental to the development of human beings and the realization of their fullest potential. During this time, the infant and child’s physical development is phenomenal and inspires our care and attention. Casa de Paz’s infant and parent classes provide parents and caregivers with a unique opportunity to engage with their children as they exercise their independence by exploring this specially prepared environment. Furniture and materials in the room are carefully chosen and designed to aid in the development of movement, coordination, independence, language, self-discipline, and cognitive skills.

These classes also help to deepen understanding of Montessori philosophy and its application in the home. Through both interaction and observation, parents and caregivers gain valuable insight regarding their infant child’s path of development. As part of each 6-week Montessori Playgroup course, parents gather each month for a discussion group outside of classroom time. These sessions feature an overview and discussion of a topic pertaining to child development, parenting, and serves as a forum for parents to share and exchange information with each other. The intent of each Parent-Infant class is to support you in the important role as your child’s first teacher. Through observation and interaction, you will witness the natural development of your child. All classes are facilitated by Catalina Murcia, an experienced, Montessori-trained teacher who serves as a guide and mentor for parents and children. She introduces activities to infants, children, and parents; helping the child develop social skills, communication, and a sense of belonging to a group. 

Montessori Elementary
Ages 6 years - 12 years

At our school, we recognize that the elementary years, from 1st to 6th grade, mark a remarkable phase in a child's development—a time of boundless imagination, intellectual growth, and a deepening sense of social responsibility. Grounded in the principles of Montessori education, our Elementary Program is thoughtfully designed to engage and inspire children during this crucial period of their lives.

Cosmic Education is the guiding philosophy that underpins our Elementary Program. Through captivating narratives and engaging presentations, students explore the interconnections that bind all knowledge, from the vast cosmos to the tiniest particles. This approach nurtures a holistic understanding of the world, inspiring curiosity and encouraging students to embark on their quests for deeper knowledge. In our dynamic environment, children thrive in mixed-age groups, collaborating on projects that inspire imagination and sharpen reasoning skills. By interweaving subjects like geography, history, science, language, mathematics and the arts, we create a rich tapestry of knowledge that goes beyond textbooks. Through real-world excursions to community resources, students foster a profound sense of connection to the world around them.

Within our community, children evolve as responsible, cooperative individuals. With personalized learning paths, they cultivate critical thinking, resilience, and a profound sense of ownership over their educational journey.

El Zocalo after-school program
Ages 18 months - 12 years

Our after-school community is designed to meet the needs of children 18 months of age and up. Each environment is set up to meet the developmental needs of each student with opportunities for outdoor play, social interaction, group activities, and practical, hands-on learning. This program is open to students enrolled at CDP and to the public.

Activities and services:

• Montessori lessons with hands-on material

• Spanish lessons and tutoring

• science exploration and projects

• cooking and food preparation

• gardening and botany studies

• woodworking and STEAM activities 

• homework support 

• tutoring services for elementary students  

For enrollment or additional information contact:
Catalina Murcia ● 972.533.5729 ● casadepazmontessori@gmail.com

Special Enrichment activities:

• Dual language, Spanish immersion

• Organic gardening

• Yoga

• Creative movement and dance

• Art

• Professional music instruction

Vision

●  Exploration- discovery of awe and wonder, curiosity about the world, freedom to explore

●  Individuality- ability to discover themselves, see their uniqueness and have the freedom to express it

●  Kindness- creating a safe environment to make a mistake and providing the space to love and respect others

●  Learning- fostering an environment that supports the holistic development of our children

●  Meaningful- everything has purpose and value, it is done with intention and care

Goals

We are working on normalization (a child in harmony with self and environment). This is accomplished as a child learns to work and enjoys working. Work (the process, not the product) is what brings fulfillment of the FIVE MAIN GOALS:

●  Concentration- The ability to observe and comprehend, the ability to remain focused on a task for ever increasing amounts of time.

●  Independence- in choices, in decision-making, in care of person and environment and in the responsibility for learning.

●  Inner Discipline- necessary for social and academic development

●  Purposeful Activity- learning to engage in purposeful activity, as opposed to chaotic or nervous activity.

●  Joyful Accomplishment- to experience the feeling of, and to quest for joyful accomplishment (the positive experience is what propels a child to accept himself and desire further knowledge).

Child Development

With these goals in mind, each child is guided in development at FIVE LEVELS:

●  Physical: potential learning problems can first be spotted in a young child’s ability to control movements.

●  Emotional: young children need patience and guidance to learn to control and express their feelings.

●  Intellectual: young children are collectors of knowledge (they absorb it from their environment).

●  Mental: to know, to experience, to use all known information for experiments and problem-solving.

● Spiritual: develops strength of character, revelation of true personality, and desire to be of service to others.