Casa de Paz Montessori

Come See For Yourself

Our School

There’s no substitute for seeing it in person. Take a look at daily life at Casa de Paz — how our children learn through work, what a day holds, and the spaces where they grow.

A Day in the Life

A Day at Casa de Paz

A child arriving and being greeted at Casa de Paz

8:00 AM

A Warm Welcome

Children arrive, greet their teachers, put away their belongings in their cubbies, and settle into the classroom, preparing for a day of discovery.

Children exploring and playing outdoors in the morning

8:30 AM

Outdoor Exploration

The day begins outside with fresh air and movement. Children climb, dig, water the garden, explore nature, and play together in the open learning spaces.

Children sharing a healthy snack together

9:00 AM

Healthy Snack

Friends gather for a nutritious snack before transitioning into the morning's learning activities.

A child focused on Montessori work during the morning work cycle

9:15 AM

Morning Work Cycle

The heart of the Montessori day. Children choose meaningful work at their own pace — building with Montessori materials, practicing practical life skills, caring for their classroom, preparing food, arranging flowers, creating art, and exploring subjects that spark their curiosity.

Children gathered together for community circle

10:45 AM

Community Circle

The class comes together for songs, stories, conversations, and shared learning, building community while exploring new ideas.

Children eating lunch together at a table

11:30 AM

Lunch Together

Children enjoy lunch in a calm, welcoming environment, practicing independence, conversation, and responsibility as part of their daily routine.

A child enjoying stories and quiet reading time

12:15 PM

Stories & Quiet Time

After lunch, the school slows down with stories and quiet reading, giving everyone a chance to rest, reflect, and recharge.

A young child resting during afternoon quiet time

12:45 PM

Rest & Continued Learning

Younger children settle in for their afternoon nap while older students continue working independently, exploring new lessons and building on the morning's discoveries.

Children playing together outdoors in the afternoon

2:00 PM

Afternoon Play

As everyone comes back together, children enjoy outdoor play, games, and time with friends before the day comes to a close.

A child heading home at the end of the day

3:00 PM

Home Again

Parents arrive for pickup, and children head home with stories to share and new experiences from another joyful day at Casa de Paz.

Our Classrooms

The Prepared Environment

Every shelf, material, and workspace is carefully prepared so children can explore freely, make their own choices, and work with confidence.

A primary classroom with low shelves of Montessori materials, a chalkboard easel, and a round rug
A sunlit classroom with wooden shelves, plants along the windowsill, and child-sized tables
A bright, open classroom with prepared materials, a hand-washing station, and natural light
A calm classroom with low shelves, potted plants, and small work tables
An elementary classroom with soft blue walls, artwork on display, and shelves of materials
A large community room with a painted mural, soft carpet, and open work spaces
A hallway lined with children's cubbies and belongings
American Montessori Society Pathway — Verified School

Nationally Recognized

A Verified Montessori School

Casa de Paz has earned AMS Pathway Verified School status from the American Montessori Society — independent recognition that our classrooms reflect authentic Montessori practice and the standards behind it.

Special Enrichment

The whole child, every day

Alongside our Montessori academics, children dive into music, art, cooking, language, and real-world adventures — nurturing creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Weekly Ukulele

Elementary

Music lessons with Mr. Genchi that build musical appreciation, rhythm, and confidence.

Reading & Tutoring Support

Kindergarten & Elementary

Weekly literacy and reading support with Ms. Blair — small-group tutoring that strengthens every student's skills.

Daily Spanish

All Programs

An immersive Spanish curriculum growing vocabulary, conversation, and cultural appreciation.

Weekly Art

All Programs

Lessons with Ms. Jenny exploring creativity, expression, and the techniques of real artists.

Cooking Experiences

All Programs

Preparing nutritious food while building practical life skills, math, teamwork, and independence.

“Going Out” Adventures

Elementary

Student-planned outings to parks, libraries, shops, and local businesses — learning in the real world.

Land Stewardship & Farm

Elementary

With the Oak Cliff Veggie Project — tending gardens, harvesting crops, and caring for chickens and rabbits.

The Garden & Grounds

Where the day spills outside

Chickens to visit, beds to tend, and room to run. Tap the drawings to bring them to life.

Two children walking back from the chicken coop on a sunny morning
Children gathered near the blue chicken coop
A teacher and children visiting the chickens together
Children clustered around the chicken coop in the afternoon light
A child walking a path through the freshly mulched garden beds
A hand holding a basket of eggs freshly gathered from the coop
Children playing together in the tree-shaded play yard on a sunny morning
A child in a sun hat exploring a bowl of mulch and leaves at the sand table

A Look Inside

Explore Our School

Hear from Casa de Paz families and our founder about the ideas, relationships, and everyday moments that shape our school. Take a closer look at the community we’ve built — then come experience it for yourself.

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