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At our Kindergarten in Guadalajara, students thrive in a nurturing, close-knit community where learning is active, joyful, and meaningful. Guided by a personalized approach, they explore English immersion, hands-on projects, and creative play. From library visits to math challenges, students grow with confidence.
Discover how our inquiry-driven curriculum and play-based learning combine English immersion and strong math skills to foster hands-on learning, complying with SEP requirements, and following Common Core and AERO standards.
Develop strong bilingual skills through total English immersion alongside a structured Spanish literacy program.
Thrive in vibrant learning spaces in our Kindergarten in Jalisco, equipped with age-appropriate technology, sparking curiosity and early digital skills alongside active play and exploration.
Grow essential life skills like empathy, teamwork, and self-regulation alongside language and math competencies, through meaningful activities that nurture both mind and heart.
Thrive in the Gifted & Talented Program, meeting twice a week to explore real-world topics, collaborate on research projects, and develop advanced skills.
Small classes and a student-centered program ensure personalized learning. Teaching assistants tailor lessons to support individual progress and joyful discovery.
Flourish in our Kindergarten with bilingual education, an environment that nurtures each student's social and emotional development, helping them feel safe, confident, and ready to learn.
Benefit from our after-school care options, offering a warm, supervised space where learning and play continue through enriching activities designed to inspire and engage.
Nurture independence and wellbeing through tailored activities, ensuring every child transitions to Elementary School with confidence and joy.
Our admissions process is clear and responsive, ensuring a smooth transition as we warmly welcome your family into our vibrant community.
At our Kindergarten in Guadalajara, students learn through exploration, play, and discovery in a nurturing, inquiry-based environment. From the beginning, children are introduced to English, by developing fluency in reading and writing, integrated into daily experiences. Through our curriculum, children build a strong foundation for future learning.
Building love for reading and writing
Students build strong communication skills through interactive stories, songs, and conversations. They explore early reading and writing in a playful, supportive environment, laying the foundation for language growth and self-expression.
Exploring problem-solving through play
At our Kindergarten in Jalisco, students explore numbers, shapes, patterns, and problem-solving through fun, hands-on activities. They develop confidence with early math concepts by playing, sorting, and discovering how math connects to their everyday world.
Fostering curiosity about nature and the environment
Students learn by asking questions, observing, and experimenting. Through hands-on activities, they explore nature, simple science concepts, and the world around them - sparking curiosity, a love of discovery, and respect for the world around them.
Inspiring creativity and imagination
In our Kindergarten with bilingual education, students express themselves freely through painting, drawing, sculpting, and crafting. They experiment with colors, textures, and materials, building creativity, confidence, and fine motor skills in a joyful, open-ended setting.
Developing physical strength through play
Students strengthen coordination, balance, and movement through active play, games, and exercises. From running and jumping to drawing and cutting, activities are designed to support healthy growth and physical confidence.
Every day at ITJ Palomar offers children a balanced mix of learning, play, and discovery, tailored to their age group. While schedules differ slightly, here’s an example of what happens in a day at our Preschool.
Nursery begin at 9:00am, PK & K1 at 8:30am, and K2/PF at 8:00am. Children are welcomed into an engaging environment where Circle Time sets the tone for the day with songs, stories, and shared discussions.
Throughout the morning, students move through Learning Centers designed to spark curiosity and build early literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Activities combine play-based learning with hands-on discovery.
From 12.00pm, children share lunch and enjoy recess, supporting independence, friendships, and physical well-being.
The day continues with special classes and creative activities. Depending on the age group, classes finish between 12:40pm and 2:10pm, leaving students enriched with new skills, confidence, and joyful memories.
At ITJ Palomar, children spark curiosity and develop key skills as they embark on their learning journey. Through our Preschool core learning pillars, they begin to explore academics, foster collaboration with peers, and thrive in a multilingual environment, setting the stage for success in their next steps of learning.
Enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding.
Gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives.
Foster language skills and build confidence, with support in the students' home or first languages.
At Instituto Thomas Jefferson in Guadalajara, students thrive when families stay connected to their learning journey. At our Preschool, students’ achievements are shared through monthly newsletters, weekly reports, and ongoing email communication. Parents are invited to meet teachers, join family events, and celebrate milestones at student-led conferences.
These touchpoints ensure parents are informed, engaged, and a part of every step, creating a strong partnership that supports students’ academic growth and social development from the very beginning.
Students start developing key life skills that support future learning and personal growth, including:
These skills are seamlessly woven into the classroom rhythm, fostering capable, curious, and socially aware learners.
Students thrive in a multilingual Preschool environment where language comes alive through stories, songs, and conversations.
By engaging with English and Spanish, they build strong listening and speaking skills, expand vocabulary, and grow confident in expressing themselves, sparking curiosity, creativity, and cultural awareness from the very start.
At Thomas Jefferson Palomar, our Preschool feels like a second home.
Ana Pao Barba, Assistant Principal Preschool
At Thomas Jefferson Palomar, our Preschool feels like a second home. Each day I get to witness the magic of childhood curiosity, laughter, and little steps that turn into big achievements. Being part of their journey, and celebrating every moment of growth, is what makes me so grateful for the work I do.
At ITJ Palomar, we offer flexible enrollment for our Preschool program throughout the academic year. Our admissions team is here to discuss your needs and guide you to select the right start date for your child.
Discover how ITJ Palomar’s youngest learners grow confidence, creativity, and lifelong curiosity.
