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Preschool, Nursery and Pre-K in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Early Childhood Education in English in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
At the American School of Las Palmas, our Early Childhood Education (Preschool) program welcomes children ages 3 to 5 into a warm, safe, and stimulating environment where everything happens in English from day one. Our youngest learners begin developing their first academic skills in a setting filled with trust, play, and discovery.
The Preschool stage marks the beginning of a strong academic journey. Our students explore, create, and connect naturally, while developing the social, emotional, and cognitive skills that will accompany them for life.
Active Learning and Balanced Literacy
Every day in Preschool is a new educational adventure. Through the Balanced Literacy Program, children discover reading and writing with meaningful activities, stories, and language games. Mathematical learning is built through play and hands-on materials, helping students develop number sense and logical thinking from an early age.
All of this is integrated into routines full of music, art, and movement, encouraging creative expression and active participation. In addition, we use the MAP Growth Assessment, an international tool that allows families to closely follow their child’s individual progress.
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Why Choose Our Preschool?
Total English Immersion
Starting at age 3, children learn and communicate exclusively in English, surrounded by international teachers and authentic materials.
Holistic and Creative Learning
Music, art, movement, reading, play, and projects that foster independence, collaboration, and confidence.
Personalized Attention and Continuous Assessment
Tools such as MAP Growth and daily observation allow us to tailor learning to each child and celebrate their achievements.
Community and Values from the Start
Being part of ASLP means growing within an international community based on respect, empathy, and collaboration. Our students learn to live alongside peers from different cultures, developing an open-minded and caring attitude from a young age.
Communication with families is constant and close; we share progress, challenges, and celebrations so that every parent can experience their child’s first academic steps up close.
We want every child to arrive at school with a smile and leave with new experiences that help them grow.
Shannon B. Curran | Directora
“Here at the American School of Las Palmas, we support students in becoming lifelong learners in the best tradition of American education. A coordinated curriculum from preschool through the 12th grade stresses independent learning, creativity and engagement. ASLP is not just a school. We are a family, the small school with a big heart. Join us.”
Extracurricular Activities at ASLP
Additional Services
Transportation
Our in-house school bus service connects key areas such as Puerto, Escaleritas–7 Palmas, Telde, Sonneland–South, Tafira, and more, with strategically located stops to ensure safe and convenient access for families.
Saturday School
Through our Saturday School programs for children and adults, you can learn English in an immersive, fun, and natural environment every Saturday morning.
Cafeteria
The ASLP cafeteria offers freshly prepared meals cooked daily on-site, with menus designed by a nutritionist. Allergies and special diets are always considered to ensure every student eats safely and healthily.
Our Projects:
Environment, Community, and Academic Growth
ECO School – Growing While Respecting the Planet
ASLP is an Eco-School.
As a school community, we are deeply aware of the importance of caring for the environment and protecting our natural resources. Reducing our carbon footprint, using green energy, conserving power, and recycling are daily challenges that we take seriously. Personal and collective environmental awareness is one of the most important commitments we can make as a school.
What Does It Mean to Be an Eco-School?
Creating an environmental policy for the entire school not only strengthens our sense of community and environmental responsibility, it’s also the right decision to make as an educational institution. The American School of Las Palmas is committed to both our students and the planet by educating our staff, students, and families to raise awareness about:
- Energy conservation
- Waste reduction
- Environmental literacy
Our school community strives to achieve a Zero Waste goal by using recyclable materials and reusable bottles and containers. We encourage everyone in our community to reduce, reuse, and recycle!
Recognized as an Official Eco-School
We are proud to have received official recognition from the International Eco-Schools Organization, and our Green Flag flies proudly on campus. We were recently re-audited by the Eco-Schools organization and have once again maintained our official Eco-School status.
Eco-Action Teams and Eco-Council
Preschool and Elementary students participate in Eco-Action Teams, made up of students and teachers who meet regularly to brainstorm and develop projects promoting environmental awareness, energy conservation, and waste reduction.
In Middle and High School, an Eco-Council is formed with elected student representatives from each grade. Together, these teams make up the school-wide Eco-Council, which also includes members of the broader school community.
KIVA – Preventing and Combating Bullying
We proudly implement the KiVa Anti-Bullying Program, a respected initiative developed by the Finnish Ministry of Education and proven effective through rigorous scientific research. This specialized educational program focuses on preventing bullying and addressing it at its roots. Our students actively participate in the program, strengthening their social skills through respect and tolerance, and learning to promote empathy and social awareness.
MAP Growth – Tracking Each Child’s Progress
The MAP Growth (Measures of Academic Progress) assessment allows us to evaluate student progress three times a year in reading and math from Preschool through 2nd grade. Starting in 3rd grade, we also assess language usage. This tool provides accurate, real-time information about each student, helping teachers and students work together toward one shared goal: learning at the highest possible level.
MAP Growth is not a traditional standardized test; it’s individualized and adaptive. The program adjusts to each student’s academic level, challenging advanced learners without overwhelming those who need additional support. Each student can take the time they need to finish, even across multiple sessions or days. The assessment also includes accommodations for students with special educational needs.
MAP Growth is used from Kindergarten through 10th grade at ASLP. After each assessment, families receive a detailed progress report, and students set SMART goals with their teachers. These goals are monitored throughout the year, allowing students to track their progress and reflect on their growth.