Message from Former Students

Over the years, many children have grown through our Montessori community and carried their experiences into the next stages of life. Here, we share memories and messages from former students and families who have been part of our journey since the early days.

Memories from Our Alumni and Families

Thomas R.

New York, NY

The Julliard School Pre-College Division, Royal College of Music, Undergraduate: Princeton University, Graduate: Cornell University
“I liked the individual freedom to explore things in Rainbow. One thing I remember very well is being shown a string of beads, then a combination of those strings forming a square, then a combination of those squares forming a cube. It really held my attention.”

Daphnee W.

‘01– Munich, Germany

Ludwig-Maximilians- Universität – Communications and Media
“Even 17 years after my graduation at Rainbow International pre-school, I have wonderful memories of my kindergarten years. I especially enjoy going through the yearbooks with all the pictures of amazing events such as the Halloween parties, I always have a chance to go back in time. After all, I am really grateful to still have contact with some of my friends from Rainbow and even had a chance to meet my best friend from that incredible chapter in my life.”

Hiro Robert K.

’97 – Los Angeles, CA

Santa Monica College ’14 & UC Berkley – Major: English Literature
“I remember the sleepovers at rainbow. I remember I was a little intimidated sleeping with everyone at first but it definitely was a fun experience!”

Sarah D.

’03 – Cape Town, South Africa

FEDISA Fashion Design
“My favorite memory was making mochi at school and free time in the play area.”

Mana K.

’01 – Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo Medical and Dental University – Department of Medicine, Study Abroad: Columbia University (N.Y.)
“My best memories were wearing costumes on Halloween, and my favorite material was the binomial cubes where you put three dimensional pieces in a box like a puzzle.”

Remy M.

Canada

Massachusetts Institute of Science and Technology (MIT) – Computer Science and Math
“The sleepovers were fun!”

Victoria M.

Victoria BC, Canada

University of Victoria – Business and Asian Studies (fulltime student – athlete)
“My best memory in Rainbow is the graduation ceremony.”

Jack A.

London, England

Durham University – Law School
“I am currently a student studying law. I remember playing with my Alisa!”

Rayna K.

’01 – Los Angeles, CA & Maui, HI

University of Southern California (USC) – Major: Narrative studies, Minor: Theatre
“I am currently a student and work as a tutor at an inner city elementary school. I mostly remember drawing and dressing up for Halloween, and I also remember I use to get in trouble a lot (laughes).”

Emma S.

Tokyo, Japan

Meiji University, School of Commerce & University of Alberta, School of Business
“I will be working for a recruiting company called Recruit in Japan.”

Stephanie V.

Canada

Seneca College – Honours Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation Program
“Bambini did an amazing job at incorporating a variety of fun activities that covered all domains of learning. An example of this was when we had dance and singing practices for a Christmas Concert performance, where we even had a guest appearance of Taro Hakase–one of my fondest memories of Bambini. I have Bambini to thank for the skills I currently have in time management, self-awareness, diligence, and proactivity not only in daily life, but in an initiative to better the lives of those around me.

Natasha S.

San Diego, CA

University of San Diego & Exchange – Bocconi University (Italy) – Marketing
“Bambini was my second home. My favorite activities were all the practical life materials such as cutting food. I remember we were supposing to serve the food to classmates, but I would eat most of it myself! Bambini has given me lifelong friends whom I still meet with to this day. Just a few months ago I met with my best friend from Bambini in Milan, while we were traveling!”

Jo S.

Santa Barbara, CA

UC Santa Barbara (UCSB) – Accounting
“A memory I have of rainbow is taking walks to the park everyday! I am currently working as an CPA in Santa Barbara and will be getting married soon.”

Jin S.

San Diego, CA

San Diego State University (SDSU) – Graphic Design
“I really liked working on art during work time. I currently work as a freelance graphic designer, and also perusing a career in music.”

After Graduation in Japan

St. Mary’s International School
Seisen International School
The British School
ASIJ (The American School In Japan)
International School of the Sacred Heart
(YIS) Yokohama International School
The German School
Lycée Français International de Tokyo
Montessori School of Tokyo
Nishimachi International School
Keio Elementary
Ochanomizu Fuzoku
Seijyo Gakuin
Aoyama Gakuin
Toyoeiwa

Visit Our Montessori School

We welcome families to visit our Montessori school and experience our classrooms firsthand. School tours provide an opportunity to observe daily learning, meet our teachers, and learn more about our programs and community in Tokyo.

Tours are available by appointment on weekdays, and families are encouraged to visit together with their child. For more information or to arrange a school tour, please contact us through the inquiry form below.