Exceptional Early Childhood Education in Escazú

Early Learning School (ELS)

Ages 2 to 5 Years

At our bilingual preschool in Guachipelín, Escazú, children receive the tools and support they need to reach their fullest potential through engaging activities, personalized teaching, innovative resources, and a nurturing environment. Our dedicated preschool teachers focus on every aspect of your child’s development—physical, emotional, social, linguistic, and cognitive—ensuring a seamless transition to elementary school's international and American curricula.

Our Early Learning School is where children begin to shape their identity, become proficient in two languages, acquire essential life skills, and discover their unique talents. Our thoughtfully designed early years program incorporates globally respected practices and offers hands-on learning experiences that promote holistic growth, preparing young learners to excel academically and personally. Give your child the best start by choosing our excellent preschool education in Escazú.

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Why Choose Our Preschool in San Rafael de Escazú?

With over 30 years of experience in education, our preschool in San Rafael de Escazú provides the perfect foundation for your child's future success. Our robust bilingual program, delivered by native-speaking teachers, ensures that young students become fluent in English and Spanish from the age of 2, giving them a competitive edge. With brand-new, purpose-built facilities for early years and a tailored curriculum spanning literacy, math, arts, physical education, and technology, our ELS education offers the best preparation for your child's academic and personal journey ahead.

Our Early Learning methodology focuses on practical learning and cognitive development, incorporating innovative practices and globally recognized early childcare methodologies like Reggio Emilia and Montessori. Our dedicated teachers help each child develop strong communication skills, critical thinking, a proactive attitude, and other future-ready competencies, empowering them to reach their full potential. Children become well-rounded individuals, ready for a seamless transition to the Preparatory level and Elementary School.

Preschool Curriculum

Our preschool in San Rafael de Escazú embraces the Inspired Approach to Early Learning, offering a transdisciplinary curriculum that emphasizes the early development of self-awareness, mathematical thinking, and literacy skills, beginning from the moment a child demonstrates interest and curiosity in these areas. Through a blend of child-initiated play and guided learning experiences, our early childhood education program is carefully crafted to foster holistic development, ignite curiosity, and inspire a lifelong love for learning.

Our curriculum features regular teacher-led activities aimed at deepening understanding, reinforcing skills, and exploring new concepts, with progress meticulously documented in each child's learning portfolio. We prioritize differentiation to ensure that every child can learn at their own pace, striving to support each one in achieving their best in mathematics and literacy, irrespective of minimum attainment targets. 

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Our Approach to Early Learning

At our preschool, we are committed to providing rich and meaningful educational experiences that empower children to explore and develop their critical thinking skills in a nurturing and supportive environment. Our learning methodology follows a project-based approach, drawing inspiration from the globally renowned Reggio Emilia philosophy. We also incorporate Montessori principles and visible thinking strategies. 

These student-centered educational approaches emphasize self-directed and experiential learning, fostering effective communication, positive relationships, a proactive mindset, and 21st-century skills, leading to excellent learning outcomes.

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Innovation and Creativity

Central to our pedagogy is the belief in nurturing a spirit of innovation and creativity in our young learners, preparing them for the challenges of the future. We provide ample opportunities for experimentation and inquiry, ensuring that children are always open to new ideas and experiences. They are also exposed to technology from an early age, as well as the arts, including music, ballet, and visual arts.

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Preschool Age Groups

At our Escazú Preschool, we use age ranges instead of referring to grades or year groups. By the age of 5.5, our students move to Prep, which is part of Elementary School. We cater to three different age ranges at preschool:

  • 2-3 years old
  • 3-4 years old
  • 4-5 years old
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A Stimulating Preschool Environment

At our preschool in Escazú, the learning environment significantly enhances the educational experience for each child. By recognizing the various ways children express themselves, learn, and engage with the world, our classroom settings are uniquely designed to help them reach their maximum potential.

Each classroom includes dedicated spaces and resources to stimulate creativity and skill-building, supporting cognitive and emotional development. All our classrooms are designed to facilitate communication, collaboration, and investigation - both individually and in groups with peers and teachers. We offer a variety of specialized centers, including safe spaces, ateliers for diverse forms of expression, sensory exploration zones, and play areas for social interaction and physical development. These dedicated areas provide ample opportunities for children to develop essential 21st-century skills, explore their interests, discover new talents, and express their unique personalities.

Our Preschool Options in San Rafael de Escazú

Recognizing the different needs of our families, we offer two different options at our preschool in Escazú: 

  • Half-Day Program: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 7:15 am to 12:15 pm.
  • Full-Day Program: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 7:15 am to 2:15 pm.
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Language Immersion in Preschool

In our Early Years program, students benefit from a dual-language approach: they receive instruction in Spanish in the morning, supported by a second bilingual adult who provides reinforcement in English. In the afternoon or during extended day sessions, instruction shifts predominantly to English, further preparing students for a rigorous bilingual curriculum in Elementary School.

In our preschool in San Rafael de Escazú, an immersive English environment surrounds children with daily opportunities to practice their English skills, allowing them to develop into confident English learners. Through engaging small-group sessions and exciting spaces for independent exploration, our Inspired Approach to Early Learning nurtures their language development and sets them up for lifelong success.

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Preschool Facilities

Our preschool building and classrooms were fully renovated and reopened in 2024, blending modern design with practical functionality. These new facilities create an inspiring environment where young learners can truly flourish. Designed by acclaimed Italian architects and Reggio Emilia specialists, every detail of the renovation supports the unique learning processes of children. The imported Italian furniture and decor are seamlessly integrated into our 'Inspired Approach to Early Years Learning.' A central piazza connects all preschool classrooms, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among the children, and providing a vibrant space for sharing and learning during breaks.

Our youngest students also benefit from dedicated robotics classrooms, arts and sports areas, as well as brand-new playgrounds designed by Kompan, a renowned international playground equipment manufacturer. Additionally, they enjoy healthy, daily home-cooked meals from our school kitchen and cafeteria, promoting healthy habits from an early age.

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Caring & Experienced Preschool Teachers

Our Early Learning School educators are native English speakers who are also proficient in Spanish, with 8 to 20 years of experience working in both international and local schools. They are trained in various globally recognized Early Childhood Education methodologies, including Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Pikler, among others. Our teachers are passionate and caring, supporting each child's individual needs for the best learning outcomes. They are dedicated to an inquiry-based, relational educational model that fosters independent growth and collaborative learning within the group.

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Daily Routines

At our Preschool in San Rafael de Escazú, each day starts with a morning meeting where students and teachers share their emotions, fostering a caring and compassionate classroom environment. This check-in helps children understand and support their peers. Following this, they discuss their daily agenda, learning the importance of planning as they review the activities and tasks for the day. This practice instills a sense of security, anticipation, and time management from an early age, laying a solid foundation for their future learning and responsibilities.

 

Music & Visual Arts

Starting in preschool, BVS's curriculum integrates arts and music. The art program is developed alongside the musical theme in the unit. This holistic approach enhances cognitive, physical, linguistic, and emotional development, fostering well-rounded individuals with a deep appreciation for the arts and strong self-expression.

Our youngest learners can also explore their interests and develop their talents in extracurricular arts enrichment activities spanning music initiation, ballet, and visual arts.

 

Experiences Outside the Classroom

We also emphasize the importance of outdoor experiences such as climbing trees and gardening for physical, emotional, and cognitive development, as well as overall health and well-being. By spending time in nature, children develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and creativity. 

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