Lucia holds a BA (Hons) in Psychology from the Open University, a Guildhall School of Music and Drama Diploma, Montessori Diplomas for both the 0–3 and 3–6 age ranges, and a CertTESOL qualification. She is fluent in Spanish and English, and competent in Italian and French.

Lucia came to London to study and perform professionally as a singer, before returning to her Montessori work. She joined Ros in 1998 and together they co-founded the Montessori Infant Community in 2006 and the Parent & Baby group in 2021. As Co-Owner and Head of Nurseries, Lucia also co-manages the day-to-day running of Clapham Park Montessori, working closely with Ola. Lucía brings her love of music directly into the environment on a daily basis, and through our weekly Music Sessions. Since 2022 she has also worked as a trained Montessori Coach, supporting lead guides across our environments.