History

Maryel was founded in Spain by Celine Cacho, a visionary in education, in 2004. Her passion and perseverance made Maryel a reality.

“Mrs. Cacho’s vision was based on these fundamental principles:

Each child has a unique gift and talent which they express in a special way.
As educators, we must help students discover their unique talent, help them feel confident enough to explore it, and provide the necessary resources to ensure each student has the ability to develop it to its maximum potential.”
Bilingualism is an essential part of the education of children in the 21st century. When children are exposed to two different languages, they are taught to be more tolerant and respectful of other cultures and traditions, which enables them to become more responsible and active citizens of the world. Young people are uniquely privileged to learn these skills and aptitudes as a fundamental part of their education.

2004

Mrs. Celine Cacho founded Mariela Bilingual in Seville, Spain along with other parents, educators, and the invaluable help of child psychologist, José Luís C. Mauricio. This program gave children the opportunity to attend and engage in a second language while simultaneously developing skills in their native language. The progress observed in the children was so amazing that the program’s popularity grew rapidly.

2008

The board of trustees decided to begin researching the educational system in New York.

2011

After three years of intensive labor, Mrs. Cacho moved to New York with her family to start the process of opening Maryel International Preschool.

2013

On the beautiful and warm morning of September 11, 2013, Maryel International Preschool opened its doors in New York City.

2016

During the third operating school year as a preschool program, Maryel started the process of being recognized as an Elementary School. After a year, Maryel accomplished its goal and was recognized as Maryel School of New York. At that point, Maryel began to look for the best options to expand the space and thus be able to open an Elementary School.

2018

After negotiating with their landlord, an agreement was made to rent more space in the building Maryel occupies. During the summer of 2018, Maryel started the renovations needed to accommodate their students and thus integrate the Kindergarten and First Grade groups in the fall of 2019.

2021

In the winter of 2021, Maryel acquired a brand-new location within the Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Yorktown Heights, NY. Maryel began renovations of their new space in preparation to open its second campus in Westchester.