Bilingual Pre-School at Nobel Algarve Lagoa
At Nobel Algarve we want all our children to enjoy their learning whilst at school. We aim to achieve this within a happy, structured and caring environment.
Children are encouraged and guided to learn through inquiry and the proven power of play. Through a variety of teaching and learning methods and strategies, we prepare children for their future school life and we aim to instil in them a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.
Our bilingual Portuguese/English curriculum is a blend of the best approaches from both national curricula, and ensures that children can move into either the British international pathway or the Portuguese national pathway after their Pre-School years are completed.
Alongside developing skills in English, Portuguese and other key areas including mathematics, children at Nobel Algarve Lagoa have the opportunity to enjoy regular music classes, P.E., and begin to explore technology and how it can support their learning.
After completing bilingual pre-school, children at Nobel Algarve Lagoa can choose from two pathways:
Continuing their education in English following the National Curriculum for England and eventually studying for IGCSEs and A-levels
Pre-School learning goals
- Feel safe and valued as part of a caring community; be independent learners who are able to seek solutions creatively and co-operatively
- Inspire an ‘enquiring’ mind and ask questions
- Be confident enough to take risks in learning
- Experience and actively participate in a relevant, enjoyable curriculum that evolves to meet the needs of all
- Be able to listen and articulate responses showing consideration to others
- Be polite and courteous
- Take part in community activities to society that link “real life” to our learning
- Understand and respect diversity
- Develop a sense of self-esteem, be well balanced and healthy individuals
Welcome from our Pre-School Coordinator
Welcome to Pre-School at Nobel Algarve British International School Lagoa. Our dedicated team provides a nurturing, stimulating and child-centred environment where children feel safe, valued and confident to explore, discover and learn.
Through purposeful, play-based learning, children develop creativity, curiosity, independence, collaboration and critical-thinking skills. All our classrooms have direct access to outdoor spaces, allowing learning to flow naturally between indoor and outdoor environments. Our Forest School experiences further encourage children to explore nature, develop independence and build confidence.
We value close partnerships with families and celebrate bilingual education in English and Portuguese.
Patricia Burgess
Pre-School Coordinator