Preschool

Section 1: Our Approach

Other systems may call preschool, nursery or early years.  Ours is divided into a junior section for 3 - 4 year olds and a senior section for 4 to 5 year olds.  

Our curriculum is child-centred, building on a child’s natural curiosity and personal interests.  There is an emphasis on direct experience through outdoor activities and field trips.  We emphasise regular communication with parents, working together to develop our students.  

You can learn more about our approach in the ISA curriculum handbook.  

Section 2: Our programme

The main areas are:

Health & Wellbeing - motor skills, nutrition & personal care

Social & Emotional Development - relationships and feelings

Communication & Language – speaking, listening, reading, writing & ICT

Making Sense of the World – maths, science and social studies

Expressive Arts – music, art, dance and drama

We aim to develop: trust and confidence, a sense of wellbeing, self and group identity, communication skills, curiosity and imagination, thinking skills and physical competencies.

You can learn more about our programmes in the ISA curriculum handbook.  

Section 3 Assessment and Reporting

You can learn more about preschool assessment and reporting in the ISA curriculum handbook.