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Early Childhood Education

(Preschool 3, Preschool 4 and Kindergarten classes)

Our Early Years classes have embraced innovative approaches to inquiry-based learning, ensuring that children are at the center of their learning journey. Our dual language model in the Early Years supports students in developing proficiency in Arabic and English, fostering bilingualism through immersive, interactive learning experiences. There are two homeroom teachers in PS3 and PS4 classrooms—one Arabic-native teacher and one English-native teacher, followed by an assistant teacher. This model encourages students to strengthen their language skills in both languages while promoting cultural awareness and effective communication.

Through play-based inquiry, our students develop holistically—socially, emotionally, and cognitively—while embodying the attributes of the IB Learner Profile and the Qatari values daily. We encourage our young learners to take initiative, think critically, and develop a sense of responsibility. These values are integrated into their daily routines, such as independently placing their school bags and water bottles in the allocated areas and organizing and planning for their Mini-Exhibition to share with their families. Through these authentic learning experiences, students develop a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.

Our children are encouraged to use their thinking skills and take their own initiative to take actions as well as accept responsibilities.

A significant part of our Early Years learning journey has been integrating Qatari heritage into daily experiences. Teachers have found meaningful ways to incorporate traditional elements into learning, using objects such as musical instruments for literacy and social skills, shells and dried lemons for math and fine motor activities, and traditionally dressed puppets to retell stories. Art supplies and manipulatives have been used to recreate traditional crafts such as Sadu weaving, while cultural activities like the Sword Dance and traditional games—including Taq Taq Taqia (طاق طاق طاقيه), Bar Bahr (بر بحر), and Kharoof Misalsal (خروف مسلسل)—have been seamlessly woven into our program.

To celebrate our learning about heritage, we hold a variety of cultural events, such as Thoub and Daraa Day, which takes place every end of the month, as well as Al Nafla and Garangaou, in which children participate. These events provided meaningful ways for students to engage with their culture and traditions both inside and outside the classroom.

Our young learners also had opportunities to showcase their progress and confidence growth through assemblies and Mini-Exhibitions. Each grade level celebrates its learning by sharing its understanding of a unit of inquiry, allowing students to express their knowledge creatively and reflect on their personal achievements.

However, our greatest achievement remains our school’s strong sense of community. Our learners love coming to school, and their enthusiasm for learning is evident in their high engagement and active participation. Our Early Years team is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where every child feels valued, empowered, and excited to learn.