Welcome to
Language Immersion Programs
Three – Six Years Old
Mandarin and Spanish Immersion Program in Ahwatukee, Arizona
Our vision is to give your child the most advanced education as possible, preparing them for their future. The Montessori method of education is focused on teaching students to think critically and work collaboratively, the tenets of a 21st-century citizen.
Mandarin, Spanish, and English are the three most spoken languages in the world and we teach these languages because we want to give our children the tools to effectively communicate with the world.
Montessori Primary Language Program (English, Mandarin, and Spanish) has an AMI Montessori-trained lead teacher and an assistant teacher. Each teacher speaks a different language, one Mandarin, one Spanish, and one English.
Through collaborative learning, children within our language immersion programs will learn skills for practical life, refinement of their senses, language, and mathematics, and hands-on opportunities in areas ranging from physical science to history. This unique approach allows your child to develop skills that will foster incredible success throughout their lifetime.
Take the time to learn about our curriculum including Sensorial material that helps to provide your child with the ability to order, classify, and describe sense experiences. Mathematics is taught with manipulative materials to ensure your child grasps key concepts of numbers and symbols.
Music and art are some of the best vehicles for self-expression and aid in communication development. Practical life activities include the development of control and movement, concentration, and purposeful work.
Why Choose Amici for Language Immersion Programs in Ahwatukee, Arizona?
At Amici, we provide students with a transformative experience that goes beyond traditional language learning. Here’s why choosing our bilingual immersion programs is the perfect gift for your child’s future.
Full Language Immersion
Enhance your child’s skill in the world’s three most spoken languages – Mandarin, Spanish, and English. We ensure your child learns organically through daily interactions, songs, books, and themed cultural units.
Age-appropriate Programs
Our Spanish and Mandarin language immersion programs are thoroughly crafted for infants, toddlers, and primary-aged children to ensure a developmentally appropriate and nurturing environment at every stage.
Montessori Excellence
Our mixed-age classrooms, hands-on activities, and self-directed learning approach foster independence, curiosity, and holistic development. We allow children to engage in meaningful activities at their own pace
Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)
At Amici, we make quality education accessible. We fund each student’s tuition using Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA). This allows families to use their child’s allocated education dollars for private elementary schools.
How To Enrol At Amici Trilingual Montessori?
Schedule a Tour
Witness the vibrant classrooms, meet the staff, and experience the unique blend of Montessori and trilingual education.
Complete the Application Form
Fill out the application form to initiate the enrollment process. We ensure a smooth transition of your child into our engaging programs.
Payment of Registration Fee
Submit a $200 registration fee after completing the form. You will receive confirmation of your child’s enrollment.
Primary Daily Schedule
8:30: Class Time Begins
8:30 – 8:45: A.M. Snack
8:45 – 9:00: Circle Time
9:00 – 11:00: Work Period and Outdoor Play
11:00 – 11:30: Lunch
11:30 – 12:00: Outdoor Play
12:00 – 2:00: Nap Time
2:00 – 2:30: Wake Up and P.M. Snack
2:45-3:00- Playground
3:00 – 3:20: Student Pick-Up
3:20 – 6:00: Extended Care Activities and Outdoor Play
Ms. Beridiana
Primary Teacher
Ms. Ariana
Primary Teacher
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the minimum age for enrolling in dual language preschool in Ahwatukee, Arizona?
At Amici, we welcome children from 3 years to 6 years old to enroll in the dual language preschool program.
2. What do language immersion programs aim for?
At Amici, our language immersion programs focus on critical thinking and collaborative skills that help with the following skills in a child.
- Build self-confidence
- Better social skills
- Develops overall personality
- Improves conversation skills.
3. How is Mathematics Taught in the Mandarin immersion program?
Amici’s Mandarin immersion program teaches mathematics using manipulative materials to ensure a deep understanding of fundamental concepts. This approach promotes a strong foundation in numerical understanding and symbol comprehension.
4. What is the best age to enroll a child in a Mandarin dual language immersion program?
The sooner – the better. We recommend our Mandarin dual language program from the age of 3 if parents want their children to achieve fluency equivalent to that of native speakers.
Schedule a tour with us to learn more.
5. Do I have to decide between Spanish, Mandarin, or English for the program?
At Amici, children from 3 to 6 years old are exposed equally to Mandarin, Spanish, and English.
Questions families ask about Amici near Ahwatukee
What’s the minimum age for enrolling in Montessori education?
Amici welcomes children beginning in infancy, with Montessori environments designed for each developmental stage from infant care through the elementary years currently offered by the school.
How is Montessori education different from other educational approaches?
Montessori is child-centered and hands-on. Instead of every child moving through the same worksheet or lesson at the same time, children work with carefully prepared materials, build independence, and progress at a pace that fits their development.
What is the teacher-student ratio at Amici’s preschools in Ahwatukee?
Ratios vary by classroom level and age group, with smaller ratios for infants and toddlers. Amici follows appropriate early-childhood guidelines and can confirm the current classroom ratio during a tour or enrollment conversation.
What are the benefits of Montessori daycare for my child?
Montessori daycare gives children full-day care with more than supervision: practical life skills, hands-on learning, independence, social development, concentration, language exposure, and confidence for future school success.
How do you support children with special needs?
Amici welcomes conversations with families about each child’s needs. The team works with parents to understand goals, routines, accommodations, and whether the classroom environment is the right fit for the child.
What ages does Amici Trilingual Montessori serve?
Amici serves young children from infancy through the elementary years currently offered by the school, with Montessori learning and daily Mandarin, Spanish, and English exposure.
Is Amici a daycare or a Montessori school?
Amici supports working families with full-day care, but the program is built around Montessori education, trilingual immersion, independence, and school readiness.
What languages do children learn at Amici?
Children are immersed in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, and English through songs, routines, lessons, practical life activities, stories, and classroom conversation.
Is Amici convenient for Ahwatukee families?
Yes. Amici is located on East Chandler Boulevard in Ahwatukee and serves families from Ahwatukee, Chandler, Tempe, Laveen, Estrella, South Mountain, and nearby Phoenix neighborhoods.
Does Amici offer full-day care?
Yes. Amici offers school-day and extended-day options designed for working families who want more than a traditional daycare.
How does Montessori help with kindergarten readiness?
Montessori helps children build independence, concentration, early literacy, math foundations, practical life skills, confidence, and social-emotional readiness.
Can children learn Mandarin and Spanish at the same time?
Yes. Early childhood is a strong window for language acquisition, and Amici uses daily immersion to help children naturally absorb Mandarin, Spanish, and English.
How can Ahwatukee families schedule a tour?
Families can schedule a tour through the Amici website to meet the team, see the classrooms, and ask about programs, tuition, and availability.
What makes Amici different from other preschools near Ahwatukee?
Amici combines Montessori education with three-language immersion, small-child focus, practical life skills, cultural learning, and a strong parent-friendly schedule.
Does Amici support families comparing preschool options?
Yes. Families can tour the campus, compare schedules and programs, and ask detailed questions about curriculum, language immersion, tuition, and classroom routines.