First Steps International Academy - Preschool in Weston, FL

Spark wonder, Ignite learning

At First Steps International Academy, we inspire. We believe that every child is a citizen of the world who’s ideas, emotions and creations should be seeked and valued. Here, our avid little learners explore, question, and try everyday, becoming architects of their learning journeys. Our bilingual and international curriculum brings the world into their classrooms and supports children’s holistic development through a hands-on, minds-on, hearts-on approach that fosters love for learning, higher level thinking skills, and a global mindset, preparing them for a fulfilling life within a world in constant evolution.

Our promise to you is a home away from home for you and your child, in which school and family partner as one towards your little one’s maximum and unique development.

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Enrichment Programs

Elementary Program

What Our Families Say

Our daughter has thrived under their guidance, developing both academically and socially. They create a nurturing and stimulating environment where she feels safe to explore, learn, and grow. Their communication with us as parents has been excellent, always keeping us informed about our daughter's progress and any concerns. We cannot thank them enough for the love and support they have shown our family. We highly recommend FSIA to any parent looking for exceptional toddler teachers!

I really love this preschool, it has been an amazing experience for my child. Very diverse and enjoyable experiences for the kids every day! The kind of methodology and strategies the teachers use is beyond expectations, it is one of the few schools I know in this city were the kids are the ones in charge of building their knowledge and were the teachers are there to guide all of the amazing experiences. The Office team is always willing to help you in anything you need with a joyful attitude. The teachers are sweet and caring to all of their students.

We started our son 4 weeks ago at age 3. He had never been to any type of school or group before. We wereso hesitant on how this transition would be. Within 2 weeks he asked us to stay longer , then 2 weeks later he asked us to stay until 4pm!! As parents this made us feel comfortable that he is happy. He loves his teachers. We also feel comfortable as we get daily updates on the class’s progress. Staff is always welcoming and we are happy. As mentioned, it’s only been 4 weeks so we are also new. But so far very satisfied

Both my kids have been part of First Steps. This is not a school, but a family. Everyone from the teachers to the staff to the custodians are super warm, cordial and always there to help you out! I absolutely love their curriculum, perfectly suited for little minds with tons of activity. We are non Spanish family and my daughter can actually understand Spanish now at 2 years of age. She has become an independent eater and thinker. It’s a 5 star school for the kids.

The teachers her are so loving and creative. The things they learn are outside the box and the teachers are so unique when presenting the information to the children. My son loves his teachers and the community of fun they built in the classroom.

We are new this year at First Steps and it has been an incredible experience for our little one. Everyone is so kind and friendly and the best is that our son loves his teachers and friends. He enjoys so much his day there and we feel he is safe and happy.

The absolute BEST experience at FSIA. My kids have been at this school from the toddlers class until VPK! The teachers and staff are incredibly loving, caring and such hard workers. The curriculum they teach here truly helps the kids grow and learn so wonderfully! My oldest is now in kindergarten and felt SO ready after leaving FSIA he went in there confident and ready to learn, thanks to the wonderful teachers at FSIA! I could continue to rave and rave about this school! Best school ever!

What Makes Our Education Unique?

We create a challenging and enriching environment for learning where traditional and contemporary styles of teaching are carefully integrated.

We follow the VESS curriculum, a holistic educational model approved by the Florida School Readiness Program, and certified by the Department of Neuroeducation at the University of Barcelona. VESS is carefully crafted to utilize research-based strategies during play to go beyond targeting developmental stages and into nurturing important Mind Habits and thinking skills: Critical thinking, innovation, grit, a scientific mindset, music and art appreciation, bilingualism, and emotional intelligence.

Fun, Exciting & Challenging

We promote autonomous learning through meaningful play, using engaging and enriching environments

Physical, Intellectual, & Emotional Balance

Children are encouraged to seek harmony between the different forces that impact their lives

School-Family Partnership

We believe in a partnership approach to education between the family and the school

Individualized Approach

We encourage diversity and provide an individualized approach to learning based on each child’s unique needs

Meningful Life

We promote autonomous learning through meaningful play, using engaging and enriching environments

Fun, Exciting & Challenging

Everything we do is focus on fomenting life-long habits of WISDOM that help children add value to others and strives to find balance in all his actions, leading them to live a happy and fulfilling life today and for their future.