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Valencia Montessori School

Spain, Valencia

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €6,550 - 7,350
Ages 1 - 13 years
Pupil numbers 237
Type Co-educational
Opened 2012
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 25
Strengths Languages, Outdoor Education, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Valencia Montessori School is a private, mixed-age school in Valencia, Spain, delivering AMI-inspired Montessori education within an American CCSS framework and the Valencian Ministry of Education standards. The school serves learners from about 18 months to 12 years, organized into four communities: Infant Community (0–3), Children's House (3–6), Elementary (6–12), with an Adolescent scope. From the Children's House, English is the primary language, and from 1st grade Spanish and Valenciano are taught as subjects; the Infant Community is bilingual. The program blends AMI principles with the American curriculum, and Adolescent learning centers on projects and real-world internships. Valencia Montessori School is officially recognized by NEASC and accredited by CEICE GVA, UNESCO, ADEAC, and Slow Food Valencia. Facilities offer indoor/outdoor classrooms and eco features, including a waste management centre and a water filtration system. Extra programs include Valencia Forest School, after-school activities such as judo, basketball, art lab and music, a Summer Camp, and sustainability initiatives.

Av. del Rei en Jaume, 32, Rascanya, 46016 Tavernes Blanques, Valencia, Spain

The Essentials

Valencia Montessori School has 237 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Valencia Montessori School is located in Valencia, Spain. Address: Av. Pío Baroja, 3, 46015 Valencia. It is an American School recognised by NEASC and aligned with AMI Montessori principles.

Stages
Infant Community (1.5–3 years); Children's House (3–6 years); Lower Elementary (6–9 years); Upper Elementary (9–12 years).

Type
mixed private school

Country affiliation
United States

School day structure
Morning care: 7:45–8:45 am; Afternoon care: 4:30–5:30 pm; Most after-school activities end around 6:00 pm.

Bus service
Bus service generally operates within Valencia city limits; routes are confirmed over the summer if minimum numbers are met.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Lunch and snacks are cooked daily at the school. The morning and afternoon snacks consist of seasonal, local and organic fruit, or toasted kamut or rye bread, with a selection of spreads that provide a source of plant-based protein. Lunch includes a seasonal soup or salad and a main dish. The mealtime is a learning moment when children set the table and serve themselves. We use organic, local and seasonal products, and our homemade cooking is prepared without processed foods, added sugar, or dairy products.

Governance and Ownership
Valencia Montessori School is a private school founded in 2012 by Sonia Mocholí. It is officially recognised by the Spanish Ministry of Education and accredited by NEASC. It follows Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) principles.
Fees

Annual tuition at Valencia Montessori School ranges from EUR 6,550 to EUR 7,350 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees

- Enrollment Fee (first academic year, per child): 919 €.
- Registration Fee (one-off, per child): 450 €.
- Material Fee (annual; payable in two instalments for Infant Community and Children's House): 389 €.
- Material Fee (annual; Elementary): 490 €.
- Material Fee (annual; Community of Adolescents): 524 €.

Tuition fees by school stage (monthly; education + nutrition)

- Infant Community (18 months–3 years): 721 € per month.
- Children's House (3–6 years): 721 € per month.
- Elementary (6–12 years): 802 € per month.
- Community of Adolescents (12–16 years): 871 € per month.

Calculated annual and per-term equivalents (for database entry):
- Annual equivalent (monthly × 10 months): Infant/Children's House: 7,210 €; Elementary: 8,020 €; Community of Adolescents: 8,710 €. These annual figures are calculated from the published monthly tuition.
- Per-term equivalent (annual ÷ 3 terms): Infant/Children's House: 2,403.33 €; Elementary: 2,673.33 €; Community of Adolescents: 2,903.33 €. These per-term figures are calculated from the annual equivalents.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is shown as a monthly charge and is billed on a monthly basis.
- Material fees are described as an annual payment made in two instalments (where specified).
- An annual one-time payment option for education is offered with a 3% discount.
- Sibling discounts apply: 25% off tuition fee for siblings and 8% off the education fee.
- Enrollment/registration fees are payable before the child may begin; the enrollment fee must be paid at registration.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable; there are no boarding fees listed.

Other costs and optional services

- Morning Care (7:45–8:45): 56.00 € per month.
- Afternoon Care (16:30–17:30): 56.00 € per month.
- Morning/Afternoon Care (only 3 days): 36.00 € per month.
- 30-minute care option: 30.00 € per month.
- One-day care: 10.00 € per day.

Refund information

- The enrollment fee is not refundable.
- No additional refund terms for tuition, material fees, or optional services are published in the academic fees and admissions information.

Fee payment options (methods)

- The fees and schedules describe billing frequency (monthly, annual instalments, annual payment option) and discounts but do not specify accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer or credit card) in the published admissions/fees information.
Academics

Valencia Montessori School teaches Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 13.

Curriculum
Following Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) principles, Valencia Montessori School offers an authentic Montessori education. The program includes four learning stages: Infant Community (0-3) bilingual, Children's House (3-6), Elementary (6-12), and Adolescent (12-18). In Children's House, the classroom is organized into five areas: practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics and culture. From Children's House through Elementary, English is the primary language; from 1st grade onward, Spanish and Valenciano are taught as subjects. The curriculum aligns with Common Core State Standards (American Curriculum) and the Valencian Ministry of Education Curriculum for Spanish and Valenciano from Grade 1. The Adolescent program emphasizes projects, internships, and real-world learning within the Montessori framework.

Higher Education Progression
The school is NEASC-accredited (New England Association of Schools and Colleges). It is an American School in Valencia and follows the Common Core State Standards alongside the Valencian Ministry of Education Curriculum for Spanish and Valenciano from Grade 1. Alumni are eligible to transfer to any educational institution, in Spain or abroad.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Valencia Montessori School follows AMI principles and centers education on the child with educators guiding rather than teaching. It encourages self-esteem, tolerance, and concern for others through observation and planning. Educators serve as facilitators, promoting mutual respect and individualized learning. The community values integrity, commitment, respect, beauty, balance, simplicity, education, curiosity, personal growth, and love as guiding principles. A home-like, connected learning environment supports students' social and emotional development and reinforces respectful interactions within the school community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Infant Community is bilingual. From Children's House through the end of Elementary, English is the primary language of instruction, while Spanish and Valenciano are taught as subjects starting in 1st grade. The curriculum follows the Common Core State Standards (American Curriculum) and the Valencian Ministry of Education Curriculum for Spanish and Valenciano. English language proficiency expectations vary by grade, and an EAL program supports learners with limited English; staff communicate in English while encouraging students to follow their lead.
Parent Experience

History
Valencia Montessori School was founded in 2012 by Sonia Mocholi. It follows Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) principles. It is a mixed private Montessori school in Valencia offering education for ages 1 to 12. It is an American School in Valencia and is officially recognized by NEASC. Accreditations include NEASC, CEICE GVA, UNESCO, ADEAC, and Slow Food Valencia.

Community
Valencia Montessori School treats families as part of a multi‑generational, inclusive community, with local families and families who have moved from abroad participating and helping new families feel at home. Community is built through events such as the School for Families program, yoga for parents, library nights and special celebrations. Parent involvement is central to the school's approach, with opportunities for families to participate in events and projects throughout the year as part of building a community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Association (PA) is an active part of Valencia Montessori School whose voice is highly valuable to the constant growth and evolution of the community. They also help with student/class celebrations. Parent involvement is encouraged, with families participating in events and projects throughout the year as part of building a community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Valencia Montessori School is located at Av. Pío Baroja, 3, 46015 Valencia, Spain. It serves learners aged 1.5 to 12 across Infant Community (18 months–3), Children's House (3–6) and Elementary (6–12). Classrooms are designed to be indoor and outdoor environments that invite movement and interaction among students and teachers. The school follows Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) principles and is officially recognised by NEASC; CEICE; UNESCO; ADEAC; Slow Food. Eco-School initiatives include a waste management centre, recycling policy, eco-building construction and a water filtration system.

Academic Facilities
The Children's House classroom is designed as a three-year program consisting of five main areas: practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics and culture. The four learning stages are Infant Community (0-3), Children's House (3-6) and Elementary (6-12); the Adolescent stage is also part of the school's scope. Guides are AMI-trained and classrooms are designed with indoor and outdoor environments to invite student engagement. From 1st grade onward, English is the primary language, while Spanish and Valenciano are taught as subjects; the curriculum integrates the American CCSS framework with the Valencian Ministry of Education standards.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities include judo, basketball, art lab and music. Valencia Forest School offers a British bilingual program focused on personal and emotional development through nature-based play, with sessions at Turia River garden on Tuesdays 4:45–6:30 pm for ages 6–13 (185€ per month). The school runs a Summer Camp at Alquería El Machistre, Alboraya from June 23 to July 18, 2025 (9:00 am–3:30 pm; with morning care and aftercare options; prices vary by duration and group). Eco-focused initiatives include Planting Change (environmental committee, composting, and a Green Code of Conduct) and the Eco-School actions highlighted in In love with the planet, reflecting Valencia Montessori's commitment to sustainability.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers an authentic Montessori education guided by AMI principles. The program follows four age-based communities: Infant Community (0-3), Children's House (3-6), Elementary (6-12), and Community of Adolescents (12-18). It uses US Common Core Standards alongside the Valencian Ministry of Education Curriculum for Spanish and Valencian from Grade 1. The school is accredited by NEASC, indicating alignment with widely recognized standards.

Arts & Creative
Spring Camp provides creative, hands-on activities such as mosaic and pattern exploration, art, ceramics, and watercolor. Storytelling and collaborative projects are part of the programme, with activities delivered in English in a screen-free environment. The programme emphasizes creating and constructing through art, design, and movement.

Cultural & Language
Infant Community is bilingual. From Children's House through Elementary, English is the primary language. From 1st grade onward, Spanish and Valenciano are taught. Staff come from diverse places, and guides communicate in English while encouraging language learning among students.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities include judo, basketball, art lab, and music, with most options available to children 3 and up and ending around 6:00 pm. The school also runs camps during spring break and the first four weeks of summer, open to the public for other families.

Community & Service
Community is an important part of Valencia Montessori School. The School for Families program offers yoga for parents, library nights, and special celebrations, and the Parent Association is an active part of school life with volunteer efforts and family events.

Leadership & Professional
The school maintains committees focused on Culture, Green, Food, and Diversity & Inclusion to guide school life and community initiatives.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The nutrition program follows Slow Food principles with local, seasonal ingredients and daily meals and snacks. The school is a member of Ecoescuelas and runs an Ecology From Childhood program to promote sustainability. A screen-free Spring Camp experience supports creativity and nature exploration, and morning and afternoon care are available for families.
Languages

Language Provision
Infant Community is bilingual. English is the primary language from Children's House through Upper Elementary, while Spanish and Valenciano are taught starting in 1st grade. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports learners with limited English.

Bilingual Teaching
Infant Community (18 months to 3 years) is bilingual. From Children's House through Upper Elementary, English is the primary language for instruction. From 1st grade onward, Spanish and Valenciano are taught as subjects. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports learners with limited English.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
Following AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) principles.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission process at Valencia Montessori School consists of seven steps: Explore, Submit your application, Wait for application review, Waiting List, Pay registration fee, Cycle Commitment, and Parent Involvement. Exploration invites families to join a school tour and observe the program; enrolment is based on parental support for the pedagogy and for those new to Montessori to observe the uniqueness of the program. Submission requires completing the application and providing the required documents. The review takes about four weeks; after review, a spot may be offered or the family placed on the waiting list if classes are full. To join the waiting list, fill out an application form; the child is placed on the waitlist for the year they are eligible to enter the class. Before the child begins, an enrollment fee is required per child and is non-refundable; the fee schedule is provided. The Cycle Commitment requires completing the full cycle: one year for 2-3 year olds, three years for 3-6, 6-9 and 9-12; families enrolling in the pre-primary and primary classes are expected to commit for three years per cycle; enrollment is ongoing until Year 6 unless one full term's notice is given. Parent Involvement is encouraged as part of the Montessori philosophy; families participate in events and projects throughout the year. The school follows Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) principles and implements a curriculum that combines the American Common Core Standards with the Valencian Ministry of Education Curriculum for Spanish and Valencian from Grade 1.

Waitlist
To place your child on the waiting list, you must fill out an application form. Your child will be placed on the waitlist for the year they are eligible to enter the class.
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