Nursery School

First Cycle of Early Childhood Education

Nursery School in Castellón (ages 1 to 3) Growing up happy, learning through play

Looking for a nursery school in Castellón for the first cycle of Early Childhood Education? At San Cristóbal International School we offer classes for 1 and 2-year-olds, with a high-quality, personalised, well-rounded and consistent education that supports each child's all-round development from their very first years.

Languages

English from the very start

Early Stimulation

Neurodidactics and development

A home from home

Safety and warmth

How do our children learn?

At our Nursery School, your little one will find a close, safe and caring environment in which to take their first steps, explore, learn and grow with confidence, always at their own pace and according to their needs.

Through Neurodidactics

We combine curiosity, emotional engagement and surprise to make learning truly effective. We create an environment that stimulates the brain and strengthens key neural connections through play and active exploration. In this way, we lay the foundations for meaningful, lasting learning, adapted to the way a young brain learns best.

First steps in English

Your child becomes familiar with English from their earliest years in a natural, playful way. Through songs, games, everyday expressions and age-appropriate activities, we bring the language into different moments of the day, so that their first contact with English is warm, spontaneous and positive.

Early Stimulation

We foster all-round development at this key stage. Through playful, age-appropriate activities, we strengthen motor, sensory, cognitive and social skills. We build a solid, balanced foundation for future growth, always respecting each child's own pace and nurturing their natural curiosity.

Independence and confidence

We support each child so that, little by little, they can manage everyday situations more independently. Through routines, play and small age-appropriate responsibilities, we help them build habits, initiative and self-confidence, always in a safe, close and caring environment.

What we work on every day in the classroom

Routines, movement, emotions and language come together naturally throughout the day, always through play and at each child's own pace.

Routines for tidying, eating and resting

We set up routines that help children gradually gain independence and develop habits of hygiene, eating, rest and tidiness, always adapted to each child's age and needs.

Movement and psychomotor skills

Through movement and exploration we develop coordination, balance, spatial awareness and body awareness. We also stimulate fine motor skills with activities suited to each age.

Development and socialisation

We encourage socialisation through cooperative work and group life, fostering healthy relationships and the discovery of the natural world around them.

Emotional Education

We help children recognise and express their emotions, creating a close, safe environment in which they can build confidence, wellbeing and self-esteem.

Language and logical thinking

We stimulate language through stories, songs, conversations, pictures and games. We also encourage logical thinking through experiences of observing, sorting, comparing, ordering and relating.

Music and creativity

Songs, rhythms, movement, body expression and a variety of materials are part of everyday life, stimulating creativity and discovery through the senses.

Facilities

A day at the Nursery School

Discover our facilities, some of the spaces that are part of the children's daily life, and how we support their first learning experiences.

Daily life at San Cristóbal

See what a typical day looks like in our building on Calle Moncófar, 6: a close, safe environment designed especially for the youngest children.

Our Montessori Classroom

A prepared space with materials that invite children to explore, handle, discover and gradually develop their independence through age-appropriate experiences.

Discover the Montessori Classroom
A building of its own

Facilities and location in Castellón

San Cristóbal Nursery School is located at Calle Moncófar, 6, Castellón de la Plana (12003), in its own building, separate from the main school, designed specifically for the comfort and safety of children aged 1 to 3.

Call us

+34 964 228 758

A complete educational pathway

And at age 3, on to San Cristóbal International School

After Nursery School, your child can continue into the first year of second-cycle Early Childhood Education (3-year-olds) at San Cristóbal International School, on Calle San Jorge del Maestrazgo, 2. The same pillars they work on from their first year (neurodidactics, English and emotional education) remain present at every stage, all the way to the Baccalaureate.

IB World School: IB continuum

IB World School authorised to offer the Primary Years Programme, the Middle Years Programme and the Diploma Programme.

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    You are here

    Nursery School

    Classes for 1 and 2-year-olds. First habits, first contact with English and lots of play.

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    Primary Years Programme (PYP)

    Early Years and Primary

    Inquiry-based learning, languages and projects that start from their curiosity.

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    Middle Years Programme (MYP)

    Secondary Education

    Critical thinking, independence and skills for an international world.

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    Diploma Programme or Spanish Baccalaureate

    Baccalaureate

    IB Diploma Programme or Spanish Baccalaureate, depending on each student's path.

No starting from scratch

They arrive at school with habits, routines and a way of learning they already know.

English from the start

Their first contact with the language continues in the school's multilingual programme.

One educational project

An IB World School: the same project accompanies your child from age 1 to 18.

Family reviews

What families say

Reviews posted on Google by Nursery School families (translated from Spanish).

★★★★★
“Picking up your child and seeing them come out happy and so well looked after is a joy. Especially when they're babies and we worry so much about them being well, leaving them in very good hands is essential. Very happy with the nursery and the whole team of great professionals and people.”
AAlejandra A.Google review
★★★★★
“We would definitely choose them again. Both the facilities and the staff are first-class; they have a team that borders on excellence. Thank you for taking such good care of our children.”
AAni F. A.Google review
★★★★★
“Excellent in every way.”
VVerónica S. I.Google review
Information for families

Frequently asked questions about the Nursery School

From what age can my child start at the Nursery School?
San Cristóbal Nursery School (first cycle of Early Childhood Education) welcomes children from age 1 up to age 3, in classes for 1-year-olds and 2-year-olds.
Where is the Nursery School?
At Calle Moncófar, 6 (12003 Castellón de la Plana), in its own building, separate from the main school and specially adapted for this age group.
Is it subsidised? How does the Bono Infantil work?

San Cristóbal Nursery School takes part in the Bono Infantil, the official early-years subsidy of the Valencian Regional Ministry of Education (Conselleria de Educación). Thanks to this grant, schooling from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 15:00 to 17:00 is free for eligible families.

Our team guides each family through the admissions process and provides all the information needed to apply for a place and the Bono Infantil.

Does the Nursery School have a canteen?
Yes. We have a canteen service with our own kitchen. Menus are prepared with local, seasonal produce and are overseen by a team specialised in nutrition.
What services does San Cristóbal Nursery School offer?
The Nursery School offers a range of services designed to make families' daily lives easier and help them balance work and family life, such as a canteen with its own kitchen, supervised playroom care (ludoteca), Summer School, Family School sessions and resources on healthy habits.
What are the Nursery School's hours?
School hours (9:00 to 12:00 and 15:00 to 17:00) are complemented by morning and afternoon supervised playroom care (ludoteca) to help families balance work and home life. The playroom is open from 7:30 to 8:35 and from 17:00 to 19:00.
What is the settling-in period like?
We know that starting nursery is a big change for little ones. That is why we support each child closely and respect their own pace of adjustment, keeping in constant contact with families.
How will I be kept informed about my child's progress?
Families receive regular updates on their child's progress, routines, learning and development. Families keep in touch with the class teachers through several communication channels.
Can my child continue at the school after Nursery School?
Yes. At age 3, children can continue into the first year of second-cycle Early Childhood Education (3-year-olds) at San Cristóbal International School (Calle San Jorge del Maestrazgo, 2), within the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). Our admissions team will explain the process to you.

Come and meet us

The best way to feel confident about your child's first school experience is to see the setting for yourself. We invite you to book a guided visit to see our classes for 1 and 2-year-olds and talk to our teaching team.

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