The Beginning Montessori childrens house encourages independent, self--directed learning for life in a child-centered, international community valuing peace, respect for others and pride in individual differences. Our goal is to foster a love of learning and to educate children to be caring, socially responsible citizens of their community and world. The educational and supplemental care programs involve children from 2 years through 6 years of age in three different programs: Toddler,primary and elementary.