Lower School
Curiosity, Inquiry, and Bilingual Learning Begin Here
Exploring the World with Curiosity and Purpose
At Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (EBI), our Lower School (Kindergarten through Grade 5) nurtures students’ natural curiosity and helps them develop into inquisitive, knowledgeable, and caring young people.
Through the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), students learn how to ask questions, conduct meaningful research, and take action to make a difference in their communities and the world.
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"At EBI, students don’t just learn facts—they learn how to think, question, create, and care." -EBI Parent
Lower School at a Glance
Grades: Kindergarten through 5th Grade
Curriculum: International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP)
Language Model:
K–2: 80% Spanish / 20% English
Grades 3–5: 60% Spanish / 40% English
Focus: Inquiry-Based Learning Across All Subjects
Specialist Instruction: Music, Art, Library, and Physical Education
Global Citizenship: Diversity, International Mindedness, and Cultural Understanding
Skills Built: Critical Thinking, Bilingual Literacy, Creativity, Collaboration
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) at EBI
Building Skills for a Lifetime of Learning
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) forms the foundation of our Lower School curriculum. It’s a concept-driven, inquiry-based framework designed to foster deep understanding across multiple disciplines
Why IB at EBI?
Inquiry-Driven Learning Across Disciplines
Spanish-English Bilingual Fluency
Emphasis on Global Citizenship and Cultural Understanding
Spanish Integrated Arts, Music, and PE Programs
Safe, Nurturing, Inclusive Environment
Bilingualism in the Lower School
Learning in Two Languages, Thinking in Many More
At EBI, bilingualism is a cornerstone of our academic and personal growth philosophy. Our Lower School students are immersed daily in both Spanish and English, acquiring advanced literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Students use the language of instruction with teachers and peers during class time, and enjoy flexibility during free time to use the language of their choice.
Learning two languages simultaneously strengthens students' abilities in multitasking, creativity, empathy, and global perspective—skills essential for thriving in a complex world.
