Montessori Mornings

Montessori Mornings

Montessori is more than just a school choice; it’s a way of life.

At Bay Area Montessori Playgroup, we bridge the gap between school and home, empowering you to confidently guide your child using Montessori principles every day.

Montessori Mornings offers a hands-on, immersive experience where children develop independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

In most schools, parents rarely see Montessori unfold in action. Here, we bring you into the experience—helping you observe, guide, and truly understand your child’s development.

Why a Montessori Playgroup?

Many parents choose Montessori schools for their children but may not always see how to apply Montessori principles at home.
That’s where we come in.

✔ Experience Montessori in Action – Learn how to create a home environment that promotes independence.

✔ Become a Prepared Adult – Gain confidence in guiding your child's learning journey.

✔ Join a Supportive Community – Connect with other like-minded parents.

✔ Engage in Hands-On Learning – Discover authentic Montessori materials through experiential learning.

The Child: Fostering Confidence & Independence

✔️ Your toddler will engage with hands-on Montessori activities designed to support natural development, build independence, and spark curiosity.

✔️ Through observation and guidance, you’ll see how children learn best when given the freedom to explore at their own pace.

✔️ Watch your child develop fine motor skills, concentration, and problem-solving abilities in a carefully designed space.

The Prepared Environment: Learning Through Play

✔️ Our Montessori playroom is thoughtfully designed for toddlers—featuring child-sized materials that encourage exploration and hands-on learning.

✔️ Every activity is developmentally appropriate, fostering skills like practical life, early math, and language development.

✔️ You’ll experience Montessori in action, making it easier to integrate at home.

The Prepared Adult: Confidence for YOU as a Parent

✔️ Learn how to support independence, set loving boundaries, and trust your child’s capabilities.

✔️ Get hands-on guidance on respectful communication, child-led learning, and being the calm, confident guide your child needs.

✔️ Meet other parents who share your values and challenges—building a community of support and connection.

Why Choose Montessori Mornings?

Montessori is built on three key elements—the Child, The Prepared Environment, and The Prepared Adult—and our playgroup is designed around these principles.

Program Details

📅 Dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 2025
👶🏻 Ages: 12 to 36 months
📍 Location: 10052 Pasadena Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
💲Fee: $495 for the full six-week session

Ready to Join?

A hands-on, immersive parent-child playgroup designed to help you experience Montessori in action while gaining the confidence to guide your child at home.

A Special 6-Week Experience to Deepen Your Parenting Journey!

What Makes Us Special?

🌱 A Montessori space designed just for your toddler’s natural development.
🌱 See how we connect using Montessori principles, Respectful Parenting, Circle of Security Parenting, and Positive Discipline.
🌱 Meet other parents who share your values and challenges.
🌱 Get real-life insights into respectful communication and child-led learning.

Limited Spots Available—Reserve Yours Today!

Our Promise To You

Parenting should feel connected, joyful, and fulfilling—not overwhelming. After six weeks of Montessori Mornings, you’ll leave with:

🌱 A Stronger Bond with Your Child – Learn to observe and support your child’s natural development, fostering a deeper connection.

🌱 Confidence in Montessori at Home – Get practical tools to effortlessly integrate Montessori principles into your daily routine—no expensive materials needed.

🌱 A Supportive Parenting Community – Meet like-minded parents who share your values and challenges, creating a space for mutual encouragement.

🌱 A Nurturing, Prepared Environment – Your child will explore a space designed to ignite curiosity, build independence, and nurture a love for learning.

🌱 Supporting Your Child's Development—Many parents observe gradual improvements in their child's focus, engagement, and confidence as they practice new skills.

This is more than a playgroup—it’s an investment in your parenting journey and your child’s future. 💛

Ready to experience the transformation?

Montessori is more than what the child does—it’s about how we show up as adults.

Who We Are

At Bay Area Montessori Playgroup, we’re here to support you on your Montessori journey and help you gain the knowledge and confidence to raise capable, curious, and independent children.

Janani Bhuvaneswaran

Founder / Montessori AMI 0-6 Guide

As a mother and Montessori guide, I deeply understand both the varied challenges of the parent who hopes to build a strong foundation for their child and the teacher who hopes to draw out the best from each student. I started the Bay Area Montessori Playgroup to bridge that gap, making Montessori accessible in everyday family life.

By supporting and empowering you, I help strengthen your child’s journey, and this is why I do what I do.

Alyssa Fujita Karoui

Founder / Positive Parenting Educator & Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator

I know firsthand how overwhelming and exhausting parenting can feel—and how deeply you want to do it in a way that aligns with your values. That’s why I’ve dedicated my work to helping parents raise confident, thriving children while creating space for rest and joy.

My approach is:
• Honest and Holistic: Grounded in your family’s unique needs.
• Neuroscience-Informed: Rooted in the latest research on child development.
• Attachment-focused: Prioritizes connection, trust, and relationship over control and compliance.

Our Location

We can't wait to see you in our beautiful happy place!

Location

📍 10052 Pasadena Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014

Program Details

📅 Dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 2025
👶🏻 Ages: 12 to 36 months
📍 Location: 10052 Pasadena Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
💲Fee: $495 for the full four-week session

Montessori Moments

Join us in our beautiful, happy space for exploration, creativity, and connection with other parents.

Play is the work of the child”, Maria Montessori’s timeless principle came alive for my 21-month-old son in Alyssa and Janani’s beautifully crafted space. The setup and principles they taught and modeled in our playgroup helped me make big changes to playtime and our daily routine at home. The reflections, resources, and individual advice they offered on early childhood development, toy rotation, weaning, and toilet training led to real adjustments in the way we operate. Janani and Alyssa’s gentle and open facilitation really drew my child's attention and expanded his attachment to other caring adults. They are lovely people to have in your village.

Zienab, mom to a 21 months old

I am incredibly grateful for this playgroup; it has been a wonderful experience for my 18-month-old daughter. I have noticed a significant improvement in her ability to focus on activities for longer periods of time, which is wonderful to see. Alyssa and Janani are both kind, supportive, and genuinely encouraging. Not only did they make us feel welcome, but they also offered invaluable guidance. Every week, they introduced a new topic and provided new insights. Their suggestions on how to support my daughter’s development, respond to certain behaviors, and create a calmer home environment have truly made a difference. I have learned so much from them, and this experience has significantly boosted my confidence as a parent.

Reyhan, mom to a 18 months old

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