On this same site, in 1989, Alben and Millyn Bartolome founded the Family Montessori Preschool (FMP), based on their insight and conviction that the preschool child can best develop his/her potential self only when his/her learning activities involve the close collaborative efforts of his/her teacher and parents. And so, for 13 years, FMP has given this to many a preschool child, a reputable and commendable preschool, all in the spirit and method of the Montessori approach.