Jardim de Infância da Damaia
Overview
Jardim de Infância da Damaia is a welcoming preschool and daycare located in the Águas Livres parish of Amadora, Portugal. Established in 2004, it is part of the Agrupamento de Escolas da Damaia, which includes several basic schools. The school focuses on providing a nurturing environment for young children, with various activities throughout the year, including celebrations for S. Martinho, Halloween, and Christmas.
Contact Information
Facilities
- Two buildings (Building A from 1973 and Building B from 1984) with two floors each.
- A spacious outdoor area with two covered porches and a pavilion built in the 2000/2001 school year.
- The outdoor area is accessible to the local community outside of school hours.
Programs and Activities
- Clube de Xadrez: Develops mental skills through chess, improving attention, concentration, and problem-solving abilities.
- Desporto Escolar: Promotes regular sports practice and healthy lifestyles.
- Clube da Saúde: Operates on Mondays, focusing on health and wellness.
- Clube de Guitarra: Teaches musical skills, including chords and melodies.
- Clube de Fotografia: Open to 3rd cycle students, focusing on photography skills.
- Projeto TEIP: A government initiative aimed at supporting students in economically disadvantaged areas.
New Schedules for 2024/2025
- Effective from January 17, 2025, due to adjustments for teacher absence in Mathematics for the 2nd and 3rd cycle classes.
Parent and Guardian Information
- Access to Evaluations: Parents can view end-of-semester evaluations through the Inovar Consulta portal.
- Materials Needed: Lists for Physical Education, Visual Education, and Technological Education will be provided.
- Textbooks: A list of adopted textbooks for the 2024/2025 school year will be communicated to guardians.
- Class Lists: Posted on Monday mornings for accuracy.
Community and Diversity
- The school is located in a culturally diverse area, with a population that includes individuals from Cape Verde, Angola, Mozambique, and other regions.
- The school aims to promote inclusion and support for all students, with a focus on educational success.
Highlights
- Information on Inovar Consulta
- Welcome Manual
- New schedules for 2024/2025 effective from January 17, 2025.
