A Lifelong Foundation of Excellence at the FIRST Montessori school in Las Piñas City: Our Lady of…read morePilar Montessori Center
As a lifelong student of OLPMC, having attended from 1994 all the way through 4th Year High School (graduating around 2007. 13 years of my life!), I can wholeheartedly attest to the exceptional education and nurturing environment this school provides. My journey at OLPMC shaped me in countless positive ways; it truly made me who I am today.
From the very beginning in the Montessori Casa program, their individualized approach and hands-on learning ignited my genuine curiosity and love for exploration. My dedicated teachers in those early years fostered my independence and a strong sense of self. This foundation continued to build throughout my elementary years, where the Montessori method encouraged my critical thinking and a deeper understanding of concepts, rather than just memorization.
Moving into the high school years, OLPMC maintained its commitment to academic excellence while also fostering a supportive community. I particularly appreciated all the fun and unforgettable programs and the engaging Science classes in our laboratory. My teachers, were not only knowledgeable but also genuinely invested in our success. They created a learning environment where questions were encouraged and individual growth was nurtured.
Beyond academics, OLPMC offered opportunities for holistic development. I remember participating in activities like sabayang pagbigkas, doxology, cheering, dancing, art contest, LAPPRISA, and always being part of our annual school play which helped me develop my confidence, public speaking skills and teamwork abilities. This school also instilled important values such as respect, responsibility, and a strong sense of community.
Having spent my entire academic life at OLPMC, I witnessed firsthand the school's consistent dedication to providing quality education and a caring atmosphere. It truly felt like a second home, and the friendships and lessons I learned there have stayed with me long after graduation.
I worked at WellsFargo, and now as a QA Officer for one of the best non-bank lenders in Australia: Pepper Money, and I owe a significant part of my success to the strong foundation laid by my parents, my dedicated teachers, and the education I received at OLPMC.
It's not just me; many of my batchmates have gone on to achieve great things. They are now successful professionals, including international flight attendants, doctors at Asian Hospital, accomplished businessmen/owners, talented musician, magazine chief editor, book author, respected lawyers, journalists, event host, art director and passionate teachers. Many have also built successful lives and careers abroad.
My own family is a testament to the quality of education at OLPMC, as all four of us (me and my 3 brothers) are graduates of this institution, with one of my brothers now working as a successful electrical engineer in Singapore.
The school uniform, teachers, facilities have changed but my belief in their early years program was the same. It was strong that I enrolled my son in Casa. Despite his time being shortened by the pandemic, his experience was incredibly positive. We witnessed firsthand the continued excellence of their Montessori approach: patient, nurturing teachers in a stimulating environment fostered his development and love for learning through individualized attention. This positive experience as a parent has only solidified my deep trust in the strong foundation OLPMC provides.
For parents in Las Piñas looking for a school that provides a strong Montessori foundation in the early years and continues to offer excellent academic and personal development, I wholeheartedly recommend OLPMC. It's more than just a school; it's a community that fosters lifelong learning and growth, and it truly prepares you for a successful future - a legacy I'm now seeing continue with my own child.
