CURRICULUM & GOALS

Language-immersion preschools give young children the gift of learning a new language in the most natural way possible—through daily play, songs, stories, and interaction. At this age, children are especially receptive to new sounds and vocabulary, and immersion strengthens not only language development, but also cognitive flexibility, problem-solving, social-emotional awareness, and cultural understanding. Immersion classrooms encourage children to listen closely, observe carefully, and communicate creatively, all while building the same foundational academic and social skills expected in any high-quality preschool program.

At Boiseko Ikastola, our curriculum is intentionally designed by blending official instructional guidance from the Basque Government with U.S. age-appropriate standards. This ensures that children are well-prepared academically, socially, and emotionally for their next educational steps while remaining rooted in Basque language and culture. Each year, our visiting teachers bring their own expertise, talents, and personal experiences from the Basque Country, allowing us to continually enrich and adapt our program. The result is a dynamic, nurturing environment where children gain confidence, develop a deep love of learning, and build meaningful connections to Basque heritage while thriving in a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate preschool setting.