Early Years
At Brendies, we nurture curiosity, inquiry, and exploration. A space where imagining, questioning, and discovering are part of everyday learning. In an inspiring bilingual environment, with an international program that shapes open-minded, globally aware learners.
Brendies: The Beginning of a Great Adventure
Through active inquiry and play, children naturally develop their language, explore different forms of symbolic expression and begin to self-regulate their emotions, actions and learning. Every achievement, every attempt and every question is valued as an essential part of the process.
Along this journey, children gradually build a positive sense of identity, learn to interact with others, reflect on their experiences and contribute not only to their own learning, but also to that of the community around them. In this way, we lay the foundations for a fulfilling childhood and for deep learning that will accompany them beyond the early years, with the certainty that growing also means feeling seen, heard and valued.
IB Approach in Early Years
On this path that begins at school, Brendies represents the first step within the Primary Years Programme (PYP). It is here that the foundations of the IB learner profile are established, where wonder is transformed into questions and everyday experiences into opportunities for meaningful learning. We support each child at this stage with pedagogical intention, sensitivity and commitment, convinced that this beginning in the PYP is not only the start of a programme, but the beginning of a way of learning, thinking and being in the world that will accompany them throughout their entire school and personal journey.
Active Inquiry
Connection & Security
Relationships built on care, trust, and respect.
A Supportive Environment
Each space is thoughtfully designed to nurture inquiry, curiosity, and exploration in our youngest learners.
Primary Years Programme Model
Mission
To contribute to each child’s development by recognising and respecting their individuality. To educate for life by transmitting values that endure over time, fostering the development of a critical and constructive spirit, and promoting enjoyment and companionship within an environment of harmony, coherence, safety and care.
Levels
Programs designed to support each child’s holistic development at every stage.
Baby
(2-year-olds)
Options
Morning sessions: 8:05–11:50
Flexible Day Care Playgroup option. Extended hours through the afternoon until 16:45
Integrated special activities:
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Psychomotor Development
Movimiento, coordinación y exploración corporal.
School Garden
Naturaleza, cuidado y aprendizaje con la experiencia.
Expressive Areas Workshop
Creatividad, comunicación y juego simbólico.
Emotional Skills Workshop
Convivencia, empatía y autorregulación.
Nursery
(3-year-olds)
Options
Morning sessions: 8:05–11:50
Day Care option. Extended hours through the afternoon until 16:45
Day Care Playgroup
Day Care Ducklings (Swimming)
Integrated special activities:
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Psychomotor Development
Movimiento, coordinación y exploración corporal.
Expressive Areas Workshop
Lenguajes expresivos y creatividad.
School Garden
Explorar, observar y cuidar la naturaleza.
Emotional Skills Workshop
Herramientas emocionales y convivencia.
Family Camp
Encuentros y experiencias compartidas con las familias.
Kinder
(4 años)
Options
Turno matutino: 08:05 – 11:50 h.
Turno vespertino: 13:00 – 16:45 h.
Day Care option. Extended hours through the afternoon until 16:45
Day Care Playgroup
Day Care Ducklings ( Natación)
Integrated special activities:
Propuestas que enriquecen el día a día en Kinder.
Psychomotor Development
Expressive Areas Workshop
Lenguajes expresivos y creatividad.
Art
Explorar materiales y producir con intención.
Campamento familiar
Vínculo y comunidad con las familias.
School Garden
Emotional Skills Workshop
Phonological Awareness
Lower
(5 años)
Doble horario obligatorio desde 08:10 a 16:40 h.
Integrated special activities:
Propuestas que enriquecen el recorrido de Lower.
Physical Education and Swimming
Movimiento y desarrollo físico integral.
Art
Exploración y expresión creativa.
Music
Computer Studies
Alfabetización digital guiada.
Expressive Areas Workshop
Lenguajes expresivos para comunicar.
School Camp
Autonomía, convivencia y comunidad.
Psychomotor Development
Desarrollo motor y coordinación.
Emotional Skills Workshop
Phonological Awareness
Scottish Dance (optional)
Tradición, ritmo y expresión corporal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about Early Years.
What are the Early Years schedules?
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Baby / Nursery / Kindergarten (morning session): 8:05 am – 11:50 am
Kindergarten (afternoon session): 1:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Lower: full-day program (mandatory), 8:10 am – 4:40 pm
Do you offer extended hours?
Yes. In Early Years, extended hours (Day Care) are available until 4:45 pm (depending on the age group).
What special activities are included in Early Years?
In Early Years, students participate in a range of activities (depending on the age group), including:
Psychomotor Development
Expressive Areas Workshop
Emotional Skills Workshop
Art
School Garden
Phonological Awareness
Physical Education and Sports
Music
Computer Studies
Sports (including swimming)
Family Camp
School Camp
What is the admissions process for Early Years?
Applications can be submitted at any time of the year, prior to the enrollment period for the following academic year.
The process begins by completing the interview/application request form at the following link:
Are there maximum class sizes?
Yes. According to the Admissions Policy, the maximum capacity is:
Baby: 2 groups of 14 students
Nursery: 2 groups of 18 students
Kinder: 4 groups of 18 students
Lower: 3 groups of 24 students
Is Early Years bilingual?
Yes. Brendies represents the first step within the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP): a beginning where wonder turns into questions and everyday experiences become opportunities for meaningful learning in a fully bilingual environment.
Would you like to learn more about our Early Years?
Programs designed for each stage of development, fostering holistic learning.