At Casa del Mar Montessori, we offer a comprehensive academic curriculum that adheres to the Montessori standards established by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) and is designed to fit the specific needs of each child’s stage of development, nurturing their intrinsic desire for learning, and allowing each student to engage in their own learning experience.In a framework of whole child education, we seek to develop compassionate and resilient members of society who are skilled in creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and communication. Future citizens of the world who trust themselves and understand the society in such a way that they will be able to create positive change.We prioritize the development of the whole child -- body, spirit, and mind. We foster habits that will promote healthy nutrition and physical activity to maximize the development of the growing body.We promote the development of self-awareness and inner-discipline toward oneself, others, and the environment for success as an adult citizen of the global community.Our students will be independent, responsible, self-directed learners with the following intellectual abilities:Critical thinking I will make observations, ask questions, and pursue answers I will be reflective and challenge my own mindset I will explain my thinkingLove of learning I will be self-directed I will attempt to solve problems I notice I will embrace failure as a valuable learning opportunityCollaboration I will share my knowledge I will value the opinions and expertise of others I will hold myself and others accountableAdaptability I will embrace a growth mindset I will take on challenges and be resilient I will seek feedbackCreativity I will be curious and creative I will not conform I will connect ideas