Theater-In-Education

An alternative learning experience, for families who think beyond the ordinary.


Located in beautiful Nosara, Costa Rica, our arts-based learning community welcomes children ages 5–14 (Kindergarten - 8th grade) into a vibrant, imaginative environment where they are encouraged to explore, create, and confidently express themselves.

Nosara Playhouse is for families looking for a more creative, flexible and human approach to learning. Children learn in small groups, build strong relationships with their teachers and peers, and explore academics through projects, discussion, creativity and real-world experiences. By blending strong academics and social-emotional learning with Montessori principles and Theater in Education, we nurture the whole child, intellectually, socially, and creatively.

We provide 4 classrooms:

Our program includes Spanish classes, while most instruction is provided in English.

What We Believe

  • We begin each day in community, giving children space to speak, listen, reflect, and learn how to understand their feelings and each other.

  • We learn through movement, music, storytelling, and play, because the brain learns best when the whole body is engaged.

  • We believe theatre, music, and singing are powerful forms of education, building confidence, empathy, communication, and courage.

  • We study living things by observing them, building models, exploring nature, and asking real questions, not only by reading about them.

  • We draw inspiration from ancient cultures and tribal communities, where people gathered daily to share stories, feelings, and wisdom.

  • We believe character matters. Integrity, honesty, kindness, and responsibility are taught every day.

  • We see each child as a unique character, worthy of deep attention, respect, and understanding.

  • We believe nature is a teacher, and that children learn best when they are connected to the living world around them.