About us
St. Francis of Assisi Montessori School of Cainta or SFAMSC (Pronounced 'spam-si") is a private preschool, grade school, and high school in Cainta, Rizal, Philippines. We believe and follow the teachings of Christ and our patron saint Francis of Assisi. Our motto is "Cura Personalis," which is Latin for "Care for the entire person." We believe in the importance of academic achievement but equally, give value to the spiritual and emotional growth of the child as well.
Our Mission
Our mission is to give our students a good education that teaches not only knowledge and skills but also inculcates in them the values of St. Francis of Assisi and Jesus Christ. We want our students to be wise and able to handle different life situations and help others. By doing this, our students can make the world a better place by bringing the love and kindness of Christ to those around them.
Being intelligent, talented, and skilled can help us succeed, but having good moral values to guide our actions is even more critical. Unfortunately, some people with these qualities lack a strong sense of morality and harm others. This happens with corrupt politicians and greedy people in business. Even though they are good at their jobs, they sometimes only think about themselves and end up causing harm to others. This underscores the importance of developing our intellectual and professional abilities and cultivating moral values that help us make ethical choices and treat others with kindness and respect.
We draw inspiration from Mark 8:36, which asks, 'What does it profit a man to gain the whole world yet lose his own soul?' This reminds us that material success is meaningless if it comes at the expense of our moral values and a sense of purpose. True success involves balancing our professional pursuits with our personal values, ultimately contributing to a better society and a more fulfilling life.
Our Core Values:
Core values are the foundation of a school's culture and community, providing a sense of purpose and direction, as well as guiding ethical and moral behavior. Shared values can also foster a sense of unity and belonging.
1. Purpose is the belief that discovering and fulfilling our mission in life is essential to serving God, our families, and society. Without purpose, we cannot begin our journey towards personal and spiritual growth. Francis of Assisi's life is a testament to the transformative power of purpose, as his discovery of his mission led him to become a servant of God and mankind.
2. Diligence requires persistent effort and hard work to overcome obstacles and achieve our goals. Without hard work, talent and intelligence are not enough to ensure success. St. Francis himself exemplified this value, as he tirelessly worked to rebuild abandoned churches and founded one of the most influential Christian orders in history.
3. Self-reflection allows us to examine ourselves and make meaningful changes that can contribute to a better world. Francis of Assisi's life is a prime example of the transformative power of self-reflection, as he transformed from a spoiled son of a wealthy merchant to one of the world's greatest saints through deep introspection.
4. Compassion is the core value that guide us in how we treat others. Christ himself emphasized the importance of serving others, stating that "whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me." By serving humanity, we also serve God, as St. Francis believed. These values are crucial in creating a more empathetic, just, and harmonious society.
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
