Early Years Child Development

At Wisdom Child International School, we use the Early Years Child Development framework to guide our approach to early learning and care. This framework supports an integrated approach to education and provides our teachers with a shared set of principles and commitments to deliver high-quality early education and childcare experiences to all children.

In addition to being the core document for our teachers working with young children, the framework also gives parents peace of mind that their child's learning and development experience will be underpinned by the same statutory commitments and principles.

Our Approach to Early Years Child Development

Our early years curriculum is built on four key principles: the Unique Child, Positive Relationships, Enabling Environment, and Learning and Development for children.
By prioritizing these principles, we ensure that each child receives individualized attention, develops strong relationships with teachers and peers, learns in a nurturing environment, and is supported in their overall growth and development. These foundational principles guide our approach to early years child development and create a positive and supportive learning environment for all children.

Unique Child

At our Early Years foundation, we recognize that every child is unique, and that they are constantly learning and growing. We believe that each child can be resilient, capable, confident, and self-assured.

To support this belief, our teachers work diligently to understand and observe each child's development and learning. They assess each child's individual progress and then use this information to plan for next steps, or to provide additional support where needed.

In addition, we aim to foster a positive sense of identity and culture in each child, and we work to ensure that each child feels supported and valued in our learning community. By focusing on the unique needs and abilities of each child, we help to create a learning environment that is supportive, engaging, and tailored to meet the needs of every individual.

Specific Areas of Attentions

At our school, we prioritize teaching essential skills and knowledge that will enable our children to participate successfully in society. This includes a focus on:

Literacy, which includes reading, writing, and communication skills.
Mathematics, which includes the development of numeracy skills and problem-solving abilities.
Understanding the World, which includes the exploration of science, technology, social studies, and other areas of knowledge.
Expressive Arts and Design, which includes activities that foster creativity and self-expression, such as art, music, and drama.

By prioritizing these areas of learning, we help our children develop a well-rounded set of skills and knowledge that will prepare them for success in school and beyond.