Early Childhood (Pre-School, Pre- Kindergarten, Grade K)
• The first two years of education, for 3 and 4 year olds at SIS, are called Pre-School and Pre-K.
• The third year for 5 years is called Grade K.
• We follow Common Core State Standards for Early Childhood Education.
• Learning in Pre-School, Pre-K, and Grade K is fun and curriculum goals are achieved through purposeful, well-planned play and practical activities which are both child-initiated and teacher-directed.
• Subjects in this stage are: Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science, is complemented by specialist classes in Music, Art, Physical Education and Library. In addition, Arabic and computer class are available to all students.
Entering Pre-School
Children must be aged 3+ by October 1st
Entering Pre-K
• Children must be aged 4+ by 1st October and have completed at least one year of Nursery education. (You will be required to provide a report from the Nursery.)
Entering Grade K
Children must be aged 5+ by 1st October and have completed Pre-K (You will be required to provide a report from the previous school.)
All Early Childhood classrooms have networked computers with Internet access and projectors providing a more interactive style of teaching and learning.
The school field, playgrounds and adventure play areas provide challenges and develop gross motor skills.
Throughout the Early Childhood we provide a calendar that stimulates learning environment that encourages children to grow in independence and fulfill their potential.
A qualified and experienced teacher is responsible for each class and is supported by a full-time teaching assistant.
