The first bilingual school in Brazil. Now an IB World School.
Choose the world.
Welcome to Escola Cidade Jardim | PlayPen
Over 40 Years of Educating Generations with Bilingual Education.
A pioneer in bilingual education in Brazil, PlayPen is a national reference in international education, offering a curriculum authorized by the São Paulo Department of Education and globally recognized. As the first Cognita school in Latin America, our history is marked by a strong commitment to educating citizens capable of transforming the world.
From Early Years Education, our students experience full immersion in the English language, developing simultaneous literacy in English and Portuguese based on the International Baccalaureate® (IB) framework. This approach prepares children and young people to think critically, creatively, and independently, strengthening their autonomy and ability to take risks responsibly.
At PlayPen, we believe that education goes beyond the classroom. That’s why we encourage engagement in social projects, active participation in the community, and international experiences that broaden our students’ worldviews and global mindset.
Our commitment is to the holistic development of each student, balancing academic excellence and social-emotional growth. More than preparing students for academic challenges, we form individuals ready to lead, innovate, and make a difference.
International Baccalaureate® (IB)
Primary Years Programme (PYP)
At PlayPen, we believe that education should prepare students for the challenges of a constantly changing world. For this reason, we are an authorized International Baccalaureate® (IB) school offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), a prestigious international curriculum recognized for its academic quality and for developing globally minded, curious, and innovative learners.
The PYP is designed for children aged 3 to 11 and aims to develop not only academic competencies but also social-emotional, ethical, and cultural skills. Through inquiry-based learning, students are encouraged to question, research, reflect, and find creative solutions to real-life situations—actively and meaningfully building their own knowledge.
At PlayPen, we are a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP)*, offered for students aged 11 to 15. The MYP is a challenging educational framework that encourages learners to make meaningful connections between their studies and the real world, preparing them for success in further study and life. With an interdisciplinary, concept-driven approach, the MYP develops critical thinking, global awareness, and essential learner skills (such as communication, research, self-management) through inquiry and reflection across the subject groups.
* Escola Cidade Jardim Play Pen LTDA is a candidate school* for the MYP. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy- a commitment to high-quality, challenging, international education- that we believe is important for our students. * Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.
NOSSOS PILARES
Por que somos a sua escola?
Praticamos o verdadeiro sentido da Educação Bilíngue e agregamos o Espanhol como língua estrangeira,
tornando os nossos alunos capacitados dentro da perspectiva do multilinguismo.
São esses nossos quatro pilares:
Foco em estabelecer e superar objetivos através do amor pelo aprendizado
Visão global, experiências inesquecíveis, intercâmbios internacionais
Evolução constante e práticas educacionais modernas
Desenvolver indivíduos inteligentes, autoconscientes e socialmente responsáveis
Palavras de quem é PlayPen
Encontramos na escola um ambiente acolhedor e seguro, com profissionais qualificados e sempre acessíveis. O projeto pedagógico moderno e a comunidade de famílias tornam esse espaço muito especial para o crescimento dos nossos filhos.
Natalia R. Mãe do Otávio 2º ano e Beatriz EY3
Escolher a Playpen para a educação da minha filha foi uma decisão que trouxe segurança e confiança. Desde o primeiro dia, sentimos o acolhimento e vemos diariamente a preparação para a vida e o aprendizado.
Manuela M, mãe da Marcela 4º ano
Amamos a PlayPen especialmente pela atenção individualizada com cada aluno. Nossos filhos se sentem acolhidos e estimulados a aprender de forma leve e divertida. Valorizamos o ambiente multicultural e a dedicação da equipe. Recomendamos a PlayPen às famílias que desejam estimular a criatividade das crianças com disciplina, respeito e um aprendizado individualizado!
Lara R, mãe da Ana do 1º ano e de Marcos do Toddlers 2
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