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    Programs · Level 101

    Early Pre-K

    Where the journey begins. Children ages 16 months to 2 years take their first steps into bilingual learning at AFA, surrounded by native Spanish-speaking teachers, gentle daily routines, and the kind of nurturing care that builds lifelong confidence.

    What Children Experience

    Spanish-Immersed Routines

    Absorbing language naturally through daily activities.

    Sensory Play

    Exploring the world through hands-on, tactile experiences.

    Music & Movement

    Building coordination and vocabulary through song and dance.

    Social Foundations

    Learning to share, take turns, and interact kindly with peers.

    A Day in Level 101

    Morning

    Arrival, gentle greetings, and free play.

    Mid-Morning

    Circle time with Spanish songs, followed by sensory activities.

    Lunch

    Nutritious mealtime practicing 'por favor' and 'gracias'.

    Afternoon

    Rest time, quiet reading, and outdoor play.

    What They Build

    • Initial Spanish vocabulary and comprehension
    • Social confidence and peer interaction skills
    • Independence in daily routines (washing hands, tidying up)
    • Early letter and number recognition
    • Emotional regulation foundations

    How Children Advance

    When children are ready, they advance to Pre-K (Level 102). Readiness is evaluated by teachers based on language progress, social development, and emotional indicators. Most children spend one school year in Early Pre-K before advancing.