Spain, Valencia
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Chess is offered on Mondays from 16:00 to 17:00 for Primary and Children's House students born in 2020. Through chess, students develop problem-solving, strategic thinking, planning, reading, and mathematics. The program is run by Escuela De Ajedrez Pensamiento Audaz (EDAPA), which provides its own textbooks, puzzles, and games to complement traditional play and keep classes social and engaging. A minimum of five students is required to start, with a materials fee of €25 and a monthly fee of €36.
Art & Creativity runs on Tuesdays from 16:00 to 17:15 for Primary and Children's House students born in 2020. It offers a free, hands-on space to explore drawing, painting, textures, techniques, and collaborative projects, helping children develop imagination, self-esteem, and visual communication. The session is led by Julia Muñoz, a Fine Arts graduate and professional designer and illustrator. A minimum of five students is required; a one-time materials fee of €35 and the monthly fee of €44.
The school offers a multilingual English-French-Spanish Montessori education. English-speaking guides accompany the youngest learners, with an introduction to French; Spanish activities include a Spanish-speaking assistant during recess and a weekly Friday session of sports and singing in Spanish. In the Primary program, students have English and French guides in addition to the official Spanish and Valenciano curricula. The language framework also exposes students to Valenciano as part of the official curriculum.
Extracurricular activities foster social learning and creativity through programs such as Chess, Art & Creativity, Theater and Puppetry, and Tennis. Children develop social skills, teamwork, and emotional expression through group activities and performances. The offerings are led by experienced staff: Chess by EDAPA, Art by Julia Muñoz, Theater by Nelo Sebastián, and Tennis by Fran Caballer.
The Mammolina community includes the Mammolina Parents' Association, which supports school life. The school's community is built around a team of staff and community initiatives that engage families in school life. The Montessori Silent Journey and other community activities are part of the school's broader community life.
The extracurricular program is led by experienced staff: Julia Muñoz runs the Art & Creativity instruction, Fran Caballer leads Tennis, and Nelo Sebastián directs Theater and Puppetry. The school's leadership and community teams coordinate these offerings and work with families and students.
The tennis program promotes fitness, coordination, and a lifelong love of movement, blending racket work with active games. Outdoor learning is emphasized across activities, supported by Mammolina's 2,600 square meter garden and outdoor spaces designed for physical activity and exploration. Public tennis options for kids and adults are available through the program, with instruction led by Fran Caballer and a schedule that includes group and private sessions.
Mammolina Montessori International School is a private, family‑focused international preschool and primary school just north of Valencia, Spain. It offers Montessori education in English, French and Spanish for learners aged 3 to 12, using mixed‑age classrooms and prepared environments to foster independence, self‑discipline and responsibility, supported by neuroscience‑informed development and a focus on emotional well‑being. In the Children's House (3–6), an English‑speaking guide introduces French with a Spanish‑speaking assistant providing daily recess support and a Friday Spanish session. The Primary program (6–12) provides English‑ and French‑speaking guides and follows the official Spanish and Valenciano curricula, emphasizing Mathematics, Sensorial Work, Language, Culture and Practical Life within a Montessori work cycle. The school is authorized by the Generalitat Valenciana and NEASC‑accredited. Outdoor learning is central in a 2,600 m2 garden with a vegetable plot and tennis/handball courts. After‑school options include chess, Art & Creativity, Theater and Puppetry, and Tennis, guided by a Valencia‑born leadership team.