Spain Guide

Preschool Curriculum in Spain

Everything school owners, directors, and teachers in Spain need to know about preschool standards, licensing, funding, and choosing a curriculum that meets local requirements.

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National framework
Real Decreto 95/2022 — Currículo de Educación Infantil (0-6 años)
Regulator
Ministerio de Educación and Consejerías de Educación of each Autonomous Community
Age range
Birth to 6 years
Typical ratios
1:8 for under-1

Spain early learning standards

The official curriculum framework for preschools in Spain is the Real Decreto 95/2022 — Currículo de Educación Infantil (0-6 años).

IPC aligns to the three areas of Educación Infantil and supports bilingual Spanish-English programmes.

Public funding programs in Spain

Educación Infantil 3-6 universal
Free public schooling in the second cycle for all children aged 3 to 6.
Plan de Educación 0-3
Funding expansion of free first-cycle infant places across Autonomous Communities.

How IPC fits preschools in Spain

IPC gives Spain preschools 20,000+ ready-to-teach activities, lesson plans, parent reports, and assessment tools that map to Real Decreto 95/2022 — Currículo de Educación Infantil (0-6 años). Trusted by 20,000+ schools and 60,000+ teachers across 98 countries.

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Escuela infantil startup guide for Spain

From licensing and ratios to choosing a preschool curriculum, our step-by-step guide covers everything you need to open a escuela infantil in Spain and align it to Real Decreto 95/2022 — Currículo de Educación Infantil (0-6 años).

How to start a escuela infantil in Spain

Frequently asked questions

What preschool curriculum is required in Spain?
Spain preschools follow Real Decreto 95/2022 — Currículo de Educación Infantil (0-6 años). IPC aligns to the three areas of Educación Infantil and supports bilingual Spanish-English programmes.
Who licenses preschools in Spain?
Ministerio de Educación and Consejerías de Educación of each Autonomous Community oversees early childhood settings in Spain.
What public funding is available for preschool in Spain?
Educación Infantil 3-6 universal: Free public schooling in the second cycle for all children aged 3 to 6. Plan de Educación 0-3: Funding expansion of free first-cycle infant places across Autonomous Communities.
Can IPC be used as a preschool curriculum in Spain?
Yes. IPC is trusted by 20,000+ schools across 98 countries. Activities, lesson plans, and assessments map to Real Decreto 95/2022 — Currículo de Educación Infantil (0-6 años).

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