Who Are We?

St. Francis of Assisi Montessori School of Cainta—​SFAMSC (pronounced “spam-see”)—​is a private preschool, grade school, and high school in Cainta, Rizal, Philippines. Guided by the teachings of Christ and the example of our patron, St. Francis of Assisi, we uphold the motto Cura Personalis—​“care for the whole person.” We nurture the whole child—intellectually, socially, and spiritually. We aren't just a school; we are a family-oriented learning community where every student is known by name, supported, and loved.

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Our Mission

At St. Francis of Assisi Montessori School of Cainta, we recognize that many Filipino families today face increasing challenges. Parents are working hard to provide for their children, while children have fewer opportunities to play, socialize, explore, and create meaningful memories outside the home.

That is why our mission is to partner with families by providing not only a high-standard academic curriculum, but also a unique and well-rounded school experience. Through our many school events, activities, and projects, we give children opportunities to build friendships, develop confidence, discover their talents, practice responsibility, and grow beyond the classroom.

Guided by Cura Personalis, we are committed to forming the whole child—intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually—so every learner becomes capable, compassionate, confident, and ready for life.

Our Values

At St. Francis of Assisi Montessori School of Cainta, we believe that values are just as important as academics. A good education should not only make a child intelligent, capable, and successful—it should also help the child become kind, compassionate, responsible, and good.

As the Bible reminds us:

“For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”

— Mark 8:36

We believe that knowledge without values can be dangerous. The world already has many intelligent, talented, and powerful people in government, business, and other positions of influence—but intelligence without compassion can be used for selfishness, greed, and harm.

That is why we follow the values of Jesus Christ and St. Francis of Assisi, forming children not only to achieve, but also to care. We strive to mold learners who are humble, honest, respectful, compassionate, and willing to serve others.

Ingrained in our school culture is the belief that true success is measured not only by grades, awards, or achievements, but also by the kind of person a child becomes.

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Official Seal of SFAMSC

Official Seal of SFAMSC

We are recognized by Deped and ready for K+12

St. Francis Montessori School of Cainta is recognized by the Philippine Department of Education for meeting its standards of qualified curriculum, personnel, faculty, and facilities. We are K+12 ready adopting the guidelines and mandates of DeptEd to our curriculum. Rest assured that SFAMSC matches and exceeds national standards of Education quality. Our school ID is 403044. Please feel free to confirm at DepEd's BEIS (Basic Education Information System) website.

  • Pre School Department: Recognition No. K-001, s.2000

  • Grade School Department: Recognition No. E-042, s.2003

  • High School Department: Recognition No. RIV-A067, s.2006

  • Tutorial and Review Center: SEC No. CRN-A199900724

  • Bureau of Immigration: MCL-2012-081