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Brazil, Sao Paulo
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The school has a bilingual immersion program with English immersion and a Canadian-based educational approach. Maple Bear Alto de Pinheiros adopts Canadian methodology developed by experienced educators, aiming for 360° development and leadership in the future. The program emphasizes citizenship, critical thinking and global readiness, guided by Canadian principles adapted to Brazil.
The school focuses on holistic development through its Canadian education model, including access to resources and a learning environment designed to foster curiosity, independence and thoughtful collaboration.
Bilingual Curriculum teaches both languages simultaneously in an immersive way, connecting expression and context to make bilingualism meaningful. English is a core component of the program, and the model supports language development across early childhood and elementary levels.
The education model emphasizes social and emotional skills as part of preparing students for 21st-century leadership, alongside academic goals.
The school presents a global education framework that seeks to build responsible citizens through a Canadian-based program and international perspectives.
The mission is to deliver a student-focused learning system that fosters lifelong learning and prepares students for future leadership roles, supported by Canadian educators and an academically rigorous program.
Education aims to awaken love for knowledge while developing critical thinking, social and emotional skills, and autonomy to enable leadership and well-being in the 21st century.
Maple Bear Alto de Pinheiros is a bilingual Canadian international school in São Paulo that operates across two campuses. The school serves ages 1 to 11, offering Infant Education from 15 months and Elementary education from 1st to 9th grade. The Unit I campus in Alto de Pinheiros (Av. Padre Pereira de Andrade, 575) focuses on Early Childhood, while Unit II (Av. Imperatriz Leopoldina, 1799, Vila Leopoldina) supports Elementary levels. The program follows a Canadian curriculum with English immersion and instruction in two languages, guided by Canadian educators who train and periodically monitor the academic team to uphold Canadian standards. In Elementary (6–14 years), English Language Arts, Mathematics and Sciences are taught in English, with Geography and History taught in Portuguese. In Early Childhood (1.5–5 years), active learning and English communication are emphasized through a Canadian-inspired pedagogy. Bear Care, Toddler, Nursery, Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten and Year 1 are part of the offering. Canada's presence in PISA reinforces the school's Canadian education standards. Facilities include large, bright classrooms, a dedicated laboratory, a sports court, dining facilities and safe circulation with natural lighting.
