MEET THE DIRECTOR

Bhagya Wijewardane – Founder & Director (Ms. B)

Bhagya Wijewardane is the Founder and Director of Keystone Montessori Academy and Moonstone Montessori Daycare. With over 15 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, she is passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and academically enriching environments where children develop a lifelong love of learning. Her vision is built on four core pillars: Safety, Education, Nutrition, and a Nurturing Yet Challenging Environment.

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Originally trained in Architecture and Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Bhagya began her career as a Telecommunications Designer working on LAUSD school projects before following her passion for Montessori education. Today, she is an educator, consultant, mentor, blogger, and mother who continues to expand her knowledge while supporting children, families, and fellow educators.

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Education & Professional Qualifications

• American Montessori Society (AMS) Member

• AMS Degree – University of California, Irvine (UCI)

• AMI Montessori Diploma

• Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education (with Distinction) – UCLA

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education – Cerritos College

• California Child Development Program Director Permit (Highest California Child Development Permit)

• California Site Supervisor Permit

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology – California Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona)

• Degree in Architecture & Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

 

Professional Experience

• 15+ Years of Experience in Early Childhood Education

• Owner & Operator – Keystone Daycare, La Mirada

• Founder & Former Director – Keystone Montessori, Whittier

• Montessori Consultant – Keystone Montessori

• Montessori Consultant – Sunnywells Montessori

 

Professional Development & Certifications

• DRDP (Desired Results Developmental Profile) Training

• Preventive Health & Safety Certification

• Pediatric Medical Administration Training

• Health & Sanitization Training

• CDA- Nutrition

• Child Abuse Prevention & Child Safety Training

• Gateway for Early Educators Coaching Program - California Childcare Initiative Project (CCIP)

• Childcare Business Growth & Professional Development Training

• Sales & Marketing Training Forum - Staying Hypercompetitive Leadership Training

• PACE Health & Wellness Course - Business Management Professional Coaching

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