The Children’s House of Los Altos was established in 1978 by Ella Mayon to provide a nurturing, safe, educational setting for children. We give each child an opportunity to grow and learn through positive reinforcement in the areas of social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.

Our philosophy is a melding of the educational theories of John Dewey, Jean Piaget, David Elkind, Maria Montessori, Howard Gardner, Reggio Emilia and Waldorf. We recognize that children learn through active investigation and discovery from their environment and that they love meaningful, hands-on, play based activities. We plan sequentially more challenging curriculum, emerging from their interests, to help children naturally work to refine skills that help them become independent and more capable. We recognize that their self-confidence is derived from independence and independence skills give them the confidence necessary for future learning. We believe that all children are born with unique abilities, and given the opportunity to pursue them, each will discover his unique gift. Children’s House is “the house of the child.” Children’s House envelopes children in beautiful surroundings, that enhance their development, and encourages their exploration.