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At our British kindergarten in Almería, our youngest learners aged 3 to 5 thrive in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where curiosity leads the way. Through English immersion from day one and the British EYFS curriculum, children explore, discover, grow and become happy, independent lifelong learners.
British education from day one
Build on a solid and recognised educational pathway based on the British curriculum, supporting high-quality learning and balanced development from the very beginning.
Early excellence
Develop a strong foundations for learning through innovative methodologies that support their holistic development and personal growth.
Bilingual education
Learn English and Spanish naturally through games, stories, songs and dialogue, while continuing to develop their mother tongue.
Autonomy and trust
Develop autonomy, responsibility and confidence through age-appropriate daily routines in a safe and caring environment.
Adapted learning areas
Explore, interact and discover in educational spaces designed around their age and needs, encouraging active learning.
Expert teaching staff
Grow and learn with highly qualified teaching professionals, including native English-speaking staff who are committed to early childhood education.
Life skills
Develop future-ready skills through the ISP Life Competencies framework, building the confidence to face the challenges of the future.
Extended hours
Enjoy a flexible, safe extended school day, with age-appropriate activities in a caring, familiar environment.
Family collaboration
Benefit from close, regular communication with families, working together to support each child’s development, wellbeing and learning.
Easy admission process
Our admissions process is clear and responsive, ensuring a smooth transition as we warmly welcome your family into our vibrant community.
In Early Childhood at The British School of Almería, children explore and nurture their curiosity from the very start. Through full immersion in English and a child-led, inquiry-based British curriculum, they develop interpersonal and physical skills while building the foundations for lifelong success.
Ignite a love of reading and writing
Students take their first steps in reading and writing through phonics, stories and hands-on activities. They develop letter recognition, begin to write their own name and build vocabulary, while strengthening auditory discrimination, listening and recall skills. Students also learn to identify and remember characters in stories and anticipate rhymes or next steps in familiar tales.
Build problem-solving skills
Students learn basic numbers, count to ten, compare quantities and explore shapes and space. They work with 2D shapes and mathematical vocabulary, helping them understand and use language linked to early numeracy with confidence.
Develop confident communication skills
Students begin to articulate words clearly and express their feelings, wants and needs in English and Spanish. They develop listening skills, answer questions, follow simple instructions and take part in conversations with growing confidence.
Grow in confidence and empathy
Students build a sense of identity, develop independence and form positive relationships with their peers. Through daily routines, outdoor activities and guided experiences, they adapt to new situations, understand simple instructions and learn appropriate ways to act and interact.
Move, play and express themselves
Students develop control, coordination and confidence in movement as they move safely around the school environment. They strengthen fine and gross motor skills through activities such as balancing, using their hands, cutting with scissors, painting with a brush, fitting pieces together and beginning to control a pencil with precision.
Explore communities and environments
Students begin to understand the world they live in, as well as the culture and community around them, through a wide range of activities and experiences. They also learn from family-led workshops, discovering the important role each person plays in society.
Express creativity through the arts
Children express themselves creatively using different materials, music, movement and play. They explore dancing and singing in different languages, while themed classroom areas encourage theatre, role play and connections with real-life experiences.
Every day at The British School of Almería is is filled with exciting learning experiences and discoveries for your child. While timetables vary across the year groups, here’s an example of what happens in our Early Years..
Start of the day
9am – 11:10amChildren begin the day with Circle Time and guided activities that stimulate curiosity, active learning, and social and emotional development.
Recess and snacks
11:10am – 11:30amChildren play, socialise and enjoy a healthy snack, developing well-being, autonomy and positive daily habits.
Guided learning
11:30am – 12:30pmChildren take part in dynamic sessions and creative activities that encourage imagination, independence and active participation.
Food preparation
12:30pm – 12:40pmChildren follow pre-lunch routines that reinforce healthy habits and personal autonomy.
Lunch
12:40pm – 1:40pmChildren enjoy lunchtime in the dining room, sharing experiences in a safe and welcoming environment, followed by free play on the patio.
Story and relaxation
1:40pm – 2:20pmChildren listen to a story and enjoy a moment of calm, stimulating their imagination while relaxing their body and mind before nap time.
Nap
2:20pm – 3:20pmChildren rest in a quiet environment that supports emotional development and helps them recover energy.
Quiet activities
3:20pm – 3:50pmChildren end the day with stories, music and calm playful activities, closing the afternoon in a positive way.
Departure
3:50pm – 4pmChildren prepare to go home in an organised and calm way, ending the day with confidence and security.
Arrival and welcome
8:50am – 9amChildren arrive, register and settle into the day with confidence, enthusiasm and readiness for new learning opportunities.
Active learning block
9am – 10:10amChildren take part in directed activities and small-group work that enhance creativity, confidence and meaningful learning.
Learning and Spanish
10:10am – 11:10amChildren engage in Spanish sessions and dynamic small-group activities, adapted to their individual pace to reinforce skills, confidence and motivation.
11:10am – 11:30amChildren enjoy free play in the playground, socialise with their peers and have a healthy snack to recharge their energy.
Guided and collaborative work
11:30am – 12:30pmChildren take part in guided and collaborative activities in small groups, strengthening their learning, independence and ability to work with others.
Meal preparation
12:30pm – 12:40pmChildren follow pre-lunch routines that reinforce healthy habits, responsibility and independence.
Afternoon block
1:40pm – 3:20pmChildren participate in dynamic activities that combine learning and play, stimulating creative thinking, confidence and self-esteem.
Relaxed closure
3:20pm – 3:50pmChildren enjoy stories, music and quiet activities, consolidating what they have learned in a calm and positive environment.
3:50pm – 4pmChildren organise their belongings and say goodbye to classmates and teachers, ending an enriching and positive day.
At The British School of Almería, children spark their curiosity and develop key skills as they begin their learning journey. Through our Early Years core learning pillars, they explore early academics, collaborate with their peers and thrive in a multilingual environment, building strong foundations for success in the next stages of learning.
Academic excellence
Gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives.
Multilingualism
Foster language skills and build confidence, with support in the students' home or first languages.
Students develop the knowledge and skills they need to build strong foundations from their earliest years. They learn in English through hands-on experiences and self-paced learning, sparking curiosity and setting the basis for a journey of academic excellence.
Through Learning.First™, students make their progress visible with continuous, personalised monitoring that supports every step of their development. From Early Childhood, they also strengthen their confidence, autonomy and life skills through a programme developed with experts from the University of Cambridge, preparing them for future success and the excellent academic results that characterise The British School of Almería, including 92% of IGCSE grades between 4 and 9 and results 20% above the UK average.
Children develop essential life skills as they learn to communicate confidently, express their ideas and collaborate with others. Through practical and creative experiences, they strengthen their autonomy, curiosity and problem-solving abilities from the earliest years.
Through a programme designed with experts from the University of Cambridge and supported by Learning.First™, children make their progress visible while building strong foundations for academic excellence and personal development.
Following the British curriculum, students learn in an English immersion environment from the age of 3, while consolidating Spanish and beginning to develop skills in a third language. This approach supports natural language acquisition and helps students communicate with confidence from the earliest stages.
Through daily exposure to an international and multicultural environment, students develop respect for other cultures, strengthen their confidence and build the language skills they need to access the best academic and professional opportunities in the future.
In our Early Years Department, we provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where our youngest students explore, investigate, and build confidence.
Jane Philips, EYFS Teacher
We aim to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages our youngest students to explore, investigate and develop confidence as they build the foundations for lifelong learning. We understand that children learn best through play, and so deliver a careful blend of adult-guided and child-led activities and experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, imagination and independence.
At The British School of Almería, we offer flexible enrolment for our EY throughout the academic year. Our admissions team is here to discuss your needs and guide you in selecting the right start date for your child.
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