Early Years Foundation Stage (Crèche & Nursery)

 

Welcome to Our Early Learning Family!

Nurturing children aged 1 to 5½ years with world-class care, play-based exploration, and a strong foundation for lifelong academic excellence.

Program Overview & Philosophy

Loving Care and Purposeful Learning for Ages 1 to 5½

At Progress Dynamic Academy International School (PDIA), we recognize that the first five years of a child’s life shape who they become. Our Early Years Foundation Program provides a safe, vibrant, and home-like environment designed to meet the distinct developmental needs of toddlers, pre-schoolers, and young learners.

Combining play-based discovery with structured foundational learning, we guide your child step-by-step from early toddler steps to full readiness for Primary School.

Our Learning Pathways (By Age Group)

Crèche & Toddler Playgroup (Ages 1 – 2½ Years)

• • Focus: Nurturing care, sensory exploration, and early socialization.

• • Key Highlights:
    • • Gentle, home-away-from-home care routines.
    • • Tactile sensory play, music, movement, and language development.
    • • Safe baby/toddler soft-play spaces designed for confident motor skills.

Pre-Nursery & Nursery 1 (Ages 2½ – 4 Years)

• • Focus: Independence, communication, fine motor skills, and early literacy.

• • Key Highlights:
    • • Introduction to phonics, letter sounds, and early numbers.
    • • Creative expression through art, storytelling, and imaginative roleplay.
    • • Social etiquette, sharing, and building independence in personal routines.

Nursery 2 & Reception Class (Ages 4 – 5½ Years)

• • Focus: Academic readiness, critical thinking, confidence, and primary transition.

• • Key Highlights:
    • • Interactive reading, early writing, guided mathematics, and basic science concepts.
    • • Structured problem-solving activities and group project work.
    • • Seamless preparation for transition into Primary / Key Stage 1.

Why Parents Choose Our Early Years Center

• • Safe & Hygienic Facilities: Secure classrooms, air-conditioned spaces, child-friendly restrooms, and age-appropriate outdoor play areas.

• • Qualified Early Childhood Educators: Caring, certified staff trained in child psychology, first aid, and early learning methodologies.

• • Low Student-to-Teacher Ratio: Ensuring every child receives the individualized attention, love, and guidance they deserve.

• • Holistic Curriculum Blend: Blending modern Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards with local cultural values.

Daily Schedule Overview

Time Range	Activity Focus
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM	Arrival, Morning Drop-off & Free Choice Play
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM	Circle Time (Sing-alongs, Rhymes, Greetings & Calendar)
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM	Literacy, Phonics & Numeracy Exploration
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM	Healthy Snack & Outdoor Play
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM	Sensory, STEM, Art & Roleplay Stations
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM	Lunch & Quiet/Rest Time for Younger Learners
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM	Storytelling, Guided Review & Afternoon Pick-Up

Parent Partnership & Community

We believe education is a collaborative journey between home and school. We offer:

• • Real-time Mobile Updates: Daily activity reports, photo updates, and meal/nap logs for toddlers.

• • Parent-Teacher Consultations: Regular developmental tracking and milestone assessments.

• • Family Engagement Events: School concerts, sports fun days, and parent workshops.