OUR MISSION
NURTURING INDEPENDENCE, DIVERSITY, AND RESPECT.
Estrellitas Montessori School is committed to offering infants, toddlers, and preschoolers the loving care and encouragement necessary to become independent, creative, and confident learners in a Spanish-language immersion environment.
We believe that the Montessori method is the best way to foster independence and to allow children to learn at their own pace, with minimal intrusion into each child's learning process. Also built upon Montessori principles for learning, our language immersion model helps children learn Spanish quickly through consistent exposure.
“A loving, structured, Montessori experience where my children have learned a range of skills, from social and emotional lessons, through practical fine and gross motor skills. On top of this wonderful education, they have learned the foundation of Spanish and can converse as well as comprehend the language. ” — CARY BURCH
OUR FACILITY
Located in DC’s Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood, Estrellitas Montessori School provides year-round education to children ages 6 months to 5 years.
Our operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. For students who need to arrive earlier, we offer before care from 7:30 to 8:30am.
Prepared Environments for Learning
Estrellitas is a place designed with children in mind. From the furniture to the way that food is served, the environment is set up to foster independence. Our facility also features 2 indoor playgrounds as well as an outdoor play space.
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
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OUR HISTORY
Like many parents, Marilyn Medrano was considering child care options when she was expecting her first child. And like many of us, she was surprised by the long waiting lists and the institutional feel of many of the existing care providers. As a native of Argentina, Marilyn was also hoping to find care that would allow her children to retain their Spanish language so that they might speak easily with their grandparents.
In 2008, with existing options being unsatisfactory, Marilyn decided the best option would be to start her own school. Begun as a home daycare, Estrellitas Montessori School is now housed in two locations: DC's Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood and Takoma Park, MD. The school ensures that children up to age 5 are treated like people and given the encouragement to become independent and curious citizens of their community.
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