From the warm “bom dia” in the morning to the sweet “tchau” at the end of the day, children at Casa Feliz are fully immersed in the rhythms of Portuguese and Spanish. Our caregivers speak fluently in their native language, expressing affection, comfort, and care in the way that comes most naturally from the heart.
Cognitive Growth
Early exposure to real, whole foods lowers the risk of sugar addiction and supports healthier eating patterns for life (Appetite Journal, 2021)
Cultural Awareness
Together, they provide all essential amino acids needed for healthy growth and development (Harvard School of Public Health, 2023)
Communication Skills
A staple in our meals, garlic offers natural antibacterial and antiviral benefits (Journal of Nutrition, 2016)
Academic & Future Success
This gentle spice aids in nutrient absorption and promotes a healthy gut microbiome (Molecules Journal, 2020)
Our teachers come from Brazil, El Salvador, Mexico, and Colombia, bringing with them their language, love, and lived culture. Their voices surround the children from infancy, shaping not only bilingual skills, but a sense of global belonging.
Children from Casa Feliz grow up confident, connected, and ready to thrive wherever they go.
Studies indicate that learning more than one language does not impede speech development. Bilingual children reach language milestones similarly to monolingual children, albeit distributed across both languages. It is common for bilingual children to mix languages or show a preference for one language at times, which is a normal aspect of healthy bilingual growth.
Throughout the day, we exclusively communicate with the children in Spanish and Portuguese. English is not utilized during activities, daily routines, playtime, or conversations. This complete immersion approach aids in their natural language acquisition.
Spanish and Portuguese are employed consistently during various daily activities such as playtime, routines, meals, diaper changes, singing, and storytelling. Our communication in these languages is organic and continuous to facilitate genuine immersion.
Absolutely! We will share with you the new words your child is utilizing, their preferred expressions, and the songs they enjoy. This communication enables you to stay informed about their linguistic progress and encourages you to incorporate these words into your interactions at home.
This indicates positive progress in their learning journey! We recommend celebrating this by inviting them to teach you new words, playing Spanish and Portuguese songs, or engaging in simple conversations in these languages. Encouraging their language use at home enhances their confidence and sustains their learning momentum.