Nursery

FROM 1 TO 2 YEARS OLD | PLAY, DISCOVER AND GROW TOGETHER |

Play, Discover and Grow Together

A nurturing and engaging learning environment where children grow through play, language, nature and meaningful relationships.

Learning Through Play

Children learn naturally through play, exploration and daily routines that spark curiosity and joy.

Bilingual Environment

An immersive environment in English and Portuguese supports natural language development as part of everyday experiences.

Connected to Nature

Outdoor spaces are an essential part of learning, encouraging imagination, creativity and physical wellbeing.

Community & Values

Children are guided to understand their role in the community and the wider world, developing empathy, respect and responsibility.

Growing Independence

A nurturing approach helps children become confident, independent and self-reliant learners.

Active Learning Approach

“I trust you”

At this age, children need a safe and nurturing environment to support balanced physical and emotional development. Trusting relationships with adults provide the security children need to explore the world confidently, happily and at their own pace.

“I spy with my little eye”

A child-led space, where practitioners observe children rather than direct them. This allows children space and time to play, reconnect with nature and their environment, learn to take risks, and have adventures.

The Arts

Understanding art as a manifestation of the human need to express oneself, we promote creativity and wonder with all forms of artistic expression, as a stimulating and constructive factor during all phases of child development.

Nature & Farm

Children have the opportunity to experience the outdoors in a calm, active and purposeful atmosphere. The skills they learn at ‘AIS Farm’ will transfer to the classroom, creating a positive and happy attitude toward learning.

Twinkle, twinkle, let’s restart

We believe that sleep is one of the most important basic needs for any child during their development process.

Recognizing its severe impact on cognitive, physical, and psychological growth, not just during childhood but also in the future, we will work closely with every family to ensure that their children’s needs are met and supported.

Nursery at AIS

A safe and trusted environment

Children feel safe, cared for and emotionally secure, supporting balanced physical and psychological development.

Strong relationships with adults

Trusted relationships provide comfort and confidence, allowing children to explore the world at their own pace.

Learning through stories, music and play

Stories, games, songs and movement support rhythm, phonology and early communication skills.

Multi-sensory exploration

Children engage in rich, hands-on experiences that stimulate all the senses and encourage natural curiosity.

Child-led learning

Practitioners observe and support rather than direct, respecting each child’s interests, rhythm and individuality.

Exploration, nature and adventure

Children have time and space to play, reconnect with nature, take risks and experience meaningful adventures.

Meet Flor Carrilho

Holds a Degree in Early Childhood Education, with professional experience since 2008, complemented by specialised training in School Management and Administration and an MBA in Human Resources Management.

Throughout a professional journey developed across diverse educational settings and international schools, has built a practice grounded in pedagogical sensitivity, a strong commitment to active learning, and deep respect for each child as a unique individual. Believes in an educational approach rooted in care, attentive listening and meaningful relationships, fostering safe, nurturing and purposeful environments where every child is valued and supported in their holistic development.

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