Petra Van Santen
Teacher
Who we are
A great English speaking pre-school for children 2-5 years
English language environment
The first fully English speaking international pre-school in Sofia set up and run by expats since 1997
Beautiful mountain setting
ICCC is based in a beautiful, spacious and green location in Dragalevtsi, close to Vitosha Park
Active children who learn skills for life
An exciting social space where young children develop skills to be independent, creative, resilient and engaged learners
Lively international community, family events
We draw from the unique backgrounds of our international and local families to create a culturally rich learning environment
A happy place for every child
Ages and groups
1.8-3
Years
Little Ladybirds
They discover about nature and the world around. They learn to play and share, to care independently about their basic needs, and develop their fine and gross motor skills.
3-4
Years
Big Busy Bees
They make discoveries about the world every day. They build a positive sense of themselves and of others, respect for others, social skills and a positive disposition to learn.
4-5
Years
Cheeky Chickens
They continue to develop their knowledge and skills through play, games, and directed learning activities. They build phonics and mathematical skills.
5-6
Years
Clever Kittens
They have an exciting play-based learning program, covering social emotional learning, literacy in English and Bulgarian (optional), mathematics, science and arts. CK are fully prepared for their next school setting, wherever that is.
Testimonials
What parents say
"Most amazing kindergarten I can wish for our kids. We have been going there 5 years now and it is such an incredibly warm, social, professional and stimulating environment.”
G. Verhoeven
Parent
"Coming back to Bulgaria was absolutely worth it even if it was just for ICCC! All that my kids received back then continues to shape their lives. We are greatful for everything, and will be grateful all our lives!"
K. Hristov
"ICCC is not just a kindergarten, but a family. The kids are embraced by care and love. I can only recommend and be thankful to have found it."
M. Vassileva
Parent
"You have shown so much love to our family... Our girls have grown tremendously emotionally, physically, socially, and academically thanks to your hard work… "
The Cassin Family
What's interesting at ICCC
Our news and activities
CategoriesNews
The Power of Books
CategoriesBase News
Calling all rhino friends!
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Why Limits Are Good for Children
Teachers
Meet our team
Yana Eneva
Teacher Assistant
Tsvetelina Tsvetkova
Teacher Assistant
Kalina Larry
School Nurse and Teacher Assistant
Learning at ICCC
We make learning exciting with the International Early Years Curriculum, developed by Fieldwork Education, UK.
Core Curriculum
ICCC introduced the International Early Years Curriculum in 2017. IEYC uses international best practices, holistic enquiry and play-based approaches to cover all curriculum areas including personal, social and emotional development. It forges a seamless link between early and formal education. It offers 18+ learning units based around exciting themes which capture children’s natural curiosity
Academic Learning
At ICCC children learn basic reading and writing skills through Jolly Phonics. The program uses the synthetic phonics method of teaching the letter sounds in a way that is fun and multi-sensory. We help each child master basic mathematical concepts with special toolkits like Abacus Evolve.
Extra activities
Science classes introduce children to the magic of science with plenty of experiments and hands-on learning • Music classes allow children to enjoy rhythm and singing. • Dance and karate keep children active and healthy. • Regular nature walks, Ski School and Green Week nurture children`s love of nature and the outdoors
Our core value
What makes ICCC unique
01
Not-for-profit
Our status of a non-profit English kindergarten, run by a professional Director and a volunteer Board of Parents puts children’s interests at the heart of policy making.
02
Passionate teachers
Enthusiastic teachers with university degrees in preschool education who have lived abroad in English-speaking countries. They care deeply about their job and the children.
03
Balanced Learning
A daily schedule that balances play with arts, music, physical education and academics. We value play as the key driving force for children’s learning in early years.
04
We love sports
A wide variety of seasonal activities such as ski school, green school, tennis and football lessons, in addition to our regular twice-weekly karate and dance lessons.
05
International curriculum
Specialized UK- and US-based programs that teach positive interpersonal and communication skills, reading and math skills.
06
Multicultural environment
Rich multicultural environment where both local and international families blend their experiences and make a lively parent community.