Our dedicated Early Years (EY) and Early Childhood (EC) section covers:

• Early Years Programme (Toddler 1, Toddler 2, Early Years 3 and Early Years 4)
• Kindergarten (the first compulsory academic year at 5 years old – equivalent to Year 1 in the UK)
• Grades 1 and 2 (Year 2 and Year 3)

Our first responsibility is always to our young learners. The Early Childhood teachers at ISS are approachable and dedicated to offering a dynamic educational programme with joyful and rewarding learning experiences.

We believe that we must:

• Hold a positive image of children as competent, strong and powerful
• Nurture every child’s cognitive and social/emotional development
• Value every child as an individual who develops in unique ways at different times and continually support their growth
• Provide a rich, stimulating and responsive environment that promotes the development of the whole child
• Encourage every child to discover their individuality within a safe environment of collaboration and respect
• Grow each child’s creativity and innovation skills through a combination of teacher-guided and child-initiated play, projects and explorations
• Challenge thinking so new connections can be made
• Encourage global awareness and community service even at the youngest ages
• Embrace a learning culture where children can take risks without fear of failure and be proud of their efforts and achievement
• Offer time for play outside to experience the natural environment
• Provide joyful, positive learning experiences that create a love of learning

These beliefs, coupled with our curriculum, prepare children to take full advantage of the educational and life opportunities beyond Early Childhood.