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Little Gems aspires to provide a caring, safe, and happy environment. We welcome all children irrespective of race, nationality, and religion and recognize each child as an individual, striving to help them achieve their potential. Our curriculum aims to cover the seven areas of learning in a fun and stimulating way, emphasizing learning through play and practical activities. We also endeavor to teach our children social values and develop their self-confidence through praise and positive reinforcement. At Little Gems, we feel it is essential for young children to be involved in community service and to begin to understand how to support others. We raised funds for a charity SIAB (School in a Bag). School in a Bag delivers rucksacks filled with stationery, learning resources, and eating utensils to low, orphan disadvantaged, and disaster-affected children worldwide. To date, the initiative has delivered over 82,000 SchoolBags to children in 39 countries. A typical SchoolBag contains 12 pencils, a pencil case with ten biros, 12 coloring pencils, a math set, a ruler, 6 exercise books (two each of lined, squared, direct), a water bottle a lunch box. The contents are always brand new, and to ensure equality amongst the beneficiaries, the SchoolBags are all identical. After our fundraising, we were able to provide 58 bags to children across the world. Parents choosing to send their children to our school do so in the knowledge that we are a well-established school with a long-standing, excellent reputation. We have unrivaled facilities compared to the other Pre-Schools in Bahrain and offer a high standard of education, particularly regarding preparing children for their assessments when applying to other schools. Our teachers are qualified and highly experienced, and our high adult: child ratio ensures that the children receive the attention they deserve. Our driving aim is to treat each child as an individual and provide a curriculum that develops the "whole child." We provide a broad and balanced curriculum that sets out the Early Learning Goals for the Revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) within the seven learning areas. All the areas of learning and development are essential and interconnected. Three areas are particularly crucial for igniting children's capacity to learn, form relationships, and thrive. The Prime areas are:- Communication & Language, Physical Development and Personal, Social & Emotional Development. The specific areas through which these three prime areas are strengthened and applied are:- Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, Expressive Arts, and Design. To enhance their language development, the children enjoy a wide variety of speaking and listening activities. Active listening is practiced during a daily story time whereby all the children are encouraged to discuss the story, predict the ending, and relate the text to their own experiences. All the classes cover two themes or topics each term, which provides a wealth of opportunity for teaching new vocabulary. Interactive 'circle times' take place twice a day and aim to develop the children's confidence in speaking in front of their peers. Roleplay activities help them to learn how to express themselves effectively in different situations. To develop their gross motor skills, the children are encouraged to move with control, coordination, confidence, and imagination. This is achieved in various ways through the use of gigantic toys and P.E. equipment, such as cars, bicycles, hoops, and balls, and regular dance and movement sessions. For the development of fine-motor skills, our children learn pencil control, complete pre-writing patterns, and use a range of small (and large) pieces of equipment such as construction sets, puzzles, safety scissors, and play dough, and threading and lacing activities. We also teach the children how to look after their bodies, the importance of physical exercise, healthy eating, and safety. The children are always encouraged to talk about themselves, their family, where they come from, and special events in their lives. We have a whole school International day during the year whereby the children dress up in their national dress and bring in a plate of their home country's traditional food to share with their class. The topics covered during the year provide a wealth of social interaction, language development, and creative expression. Parents are encouraged to get involved by sending in related objects of interest, discussing the themes, and singing the songs at home. The topics usually end with a themed party, or for the older children, field trips to relevant interest places. In addition to the British Curriculum, we offer Arabic lessons to children age three and above. These sessions take place three times a week for the Nursery children and twice a week for the Upper Pre-Nursery children with Bahraini teachers and are available for children of any nationality, subject to space availability, who wish to take part.

The Budaiya Pre-School has provided quality education for young children in Bahrain for over 20 years. We follow The British Curriculum, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). We ensure that your child is given the best opportunity to develop their unique abilities while building a strong foundation for their future learning. We work closely with parents to help each child progress to their full potential. Parents are regularly invited into school to celebrate their child’s learning. We welcome children from every language and cultural background and pursue an inclusive ethos. The Budaiya Pre-School encourages children to build positive relationships with their peers and other adults. Through play and exploration, they are continually developing their self-confidence and love for learning. With positive interaction and support, young children learn essential social skills such as sharing, cooperation, and how to manage their feelings and behavior. Children need space and various physical challenges to help them develop their fine and gross motor skills. At Budaiya Pre -School, we have a physical education program specially designed for young children. Our air-conditioned Soft Playroom and our fully shaded play area are ideal for this. We encourage all children to be active and to make healthy choices. Learning to listen, understand, and communicate is essential to your child’s learning, friendships, and making sense of the world around them. Our dedicated staff understands the importance of providing a rich language environment. We encourage children to express themselves through various activities such as speaking, singing, stories, and role play. We have a well-stocked library and an established music program, and specialized music teachers. Children love stories, songs, and word games, and through this interest, they learn that the written word has meaning. Your child will be exposed to many different literacy experiences that form the foundation for early reading. Children are actively encouraged to experiment with writing when planning and to record their learning. Through mark-making, painting, and activities, they strengthen their fine motor control. Counting, understanding, and using numbers while playing gives children the confidence to solve mathematical problems. We plan various activities such as sorting, matching, measuring, and comparing groups to provide them with a strong foundation in this learning area. Children are continually learning about how the world around them works. At Budaiya Pre School, we encourage children to observe, explore, and find out about people, places, and technology and share their experiences with their teachers and peers. We use the latest Interactive Whiteboards and computers to support the children’s collaborative learning. As children learn in different ways, they are encouraged to express themselves by exploring various activities in art, music, movement, dance, and role-play. Creative expression reinforces what they have learned in each area. The Budaiya Pre-School provides excellent extracurricular activities. These include Music and Movement, Arabic language, English enrichment through interactive stories, Bricks for Kidz, and after school care.

Al Fateh is a British curriculum preschool-school aspiring to provide care and education for children 18 months to 6 years old. Our professional staff provides a safe and nurturing environment where learning and play come together, ensuring your child is happy and protected at all times. We welcome every child and family into our setting regardless of race, religion, culture, ability, or gender. Our curriculum covers the seven areas of learning in a fun, stimulating way. With an emphasis on learning through play sensory activities. Our early year'syear'syear's curriculum also provides a framework to ensure that each child receives the best care and education for every aspect of their development. This will be achieved: Through a combination of planned activities, learning through play, and first-hand experiences. By close observations and continual assessment, identifying any specific problems a child has, these can be addressed early on. By careful planning and a theme each month. There is time for stories, music and movement, and outdoor play in a happy, comfortable atmosphere. In Al Fateh English Nursery and preschool-school, you can be sure that your child will be well cared for and encouraged to strive and develop to his/her full potential. Our vision is to nurture young children to be independent, creative, and confident learners. We recognize every child as individual and unique, but they share one common trait: they are born ready, able, and eager to learn. With this in mind, we strive to provide a stimulating environment where your child can learn by playing and exploring. Al Fateh Nursery and Pre-School is proud of the beautiful school that we have developed, and the great learning experiences and opportunities offered to our students. Our preschool-school is committed to providing a quality education for all students. We provide a broad curriculum, incorporating Bahrain and the United Kingdom'sKingdom'sKingdom's best practices, aimed at developing your child socially and academically in a bilingual environment.

The Woodland Sai Kung Pre-School follows the UK National Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage and has a significant English and Mandarin component. Since 1978, Woodland Pre-Schools have set the standard for quality international Pre-School education in Hong Kong. We offer classes for children aged between six months and six years, and we currently have more than 2,600 children enrolled in our 9 campuses, which are conveniently located on Hong Kong Island and in Sai Kung. A family-owned business, the Woodland Group has operated in Hong Kong since 1978. Over 60,000 children have successfully passed through our Pre-Schools, guided by our highly experienced teachers, and all of our schools are fully accredited in both the Montessori method and the traditional UK Pre-School standard. The benefits of choosing a Woodland Pre-School are manifold. Both parents and children will find that Woodland boasts a wide variety of advantages, ensuring a wonderful, convenient and comprehensive pre-school experience for every family. Woodland Pre-Schools reflect the international flavor of the city of Hong Kong. Both students and teachers come from all corners of the world. At Woodland, we take advantage of this by offering a multicultural approach to our curriculum. Many holidays and cultural traditions are celebrated in fun and educational ways. Woodland Pre-Schools offer an open-door policy to parents. This means that we welcome parents to visit classes and participate, especially for special festivals and events such as birthdays. Eight of our pre-schools follow a traditional learning approach to early childhood education, while the remaining campuses adhere to the Montessori philosophy. Woodland Pre-Schools are equipped with facilities of the highest quality. If you would like to take a tour, please contact any of our schools who will be happy to arrange a visit. We guarantee a low student-teacher ratio in our pre-schools, making sure your child will receive all the support and attention that he or she deserves.

At Woodland, we are passionate about early childhood education. With over 40 years of international Pre-School excellence and experience, our early years teaching will give your child the best start in his or her developmental journey. We offer classes for children from six months through to six years, following the British Early Years Foundation curriculum and Montessori learning approaches. Both teaching approaches are fully accredited with language options in English, Mandarin, and Bilingual. Woodland Montessori Academy is conveniently located near the Mid-Levels escalator on Caine Road, in the very heart of Hong Kong. We are a global community, made up of over 40 different nationalities. The Mid-Levels preschool in Central provides bright, open, warm, and engaging learning environments with unique purpose-built play spaces. Split across three sites our Montessori Academy focuses on Pre-School development and Prep for Primary with its own large indoor Sports Hall and Activity Gym great for football matches, karate, and even a spot of yoga! At the Mid-Levels preschool, we also have our own library which children love to join with a computer area for children to explore, under the guidance of our expert Pre-School teachers. Across the road, our Junior Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities for toddlers of 18 months to 2years 8 months and is home to FIVE outdoor play areas including The Lawn, toddler-sized football and basketball courts, a purpose-built High Street, and an amazing Splash zone along with a special indoor sensory room. The Woodland Annexe is specifically designed with our youngest students in mind dedicated sensorial, developmental, music & movement, and soft play areas allow babies from 6 to 18 months to flourish in a stimulating targeted environment. Our mission is simple we aim to fulfill every child’s unique potential, we do this by following the simple ideal of nothing without joy. The Woodland approach inspires children to learn through discovery, to be collaborative, and to make their own choices and decisions. Through our flexible and open-ended play-based classes, we strongly promote creativity and independence of thought essential attributes for a child growing up in the modern world. Our children are confident, independent, and have a love of learning the essential foundation on which their primary education can be based.

The Woodland Happy Valley Pre-School follows the UK National Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage and has a significant English and Mandarin component. Accredited by The Pre-School Learning Alliance (London), the school employs traditional teaching methods. Like all Woodland Pre-Schools, we aim to provide the very highest quality international pre-school education. classes are offered at our school: Stepping Stones is for children aged 2 years 4 months of age and above and will prepare them for our pre-school classes. The classes help children become increasingly independent of their accompanying adults, develop classroom routines, learn to positively interact with others, and develop their concentration skills. Children usually attend for one term before graduating from our pre-school classes. The pre-school curriculum is designed for children aged 2½ to 5 years who are ready for the challenges of pre-school. Children don't need to have attended our Stepping Stones classes before entry to pre-school. However, children who have been more familiar with the staff, surroundings, and routines, which lead to a faster, less stressful transition into the pre-school program. You are also welcome to attend for the whole day. The National Curriculum sets out a clear and full entitlement to learning for all pupils up to the age of sixteen. It determines the content of what will be taught and sets attainment targets for learning. It also determines how performance will be assessed and reported. Each area of learning and development has a set of related Early Learning Goals. Most children will achieve all the goals. By the end of the Foundation Stage, just before entering primary school, some will have progressed beyond them. As the children prepare to move up and on to Primary School, the Prep for Primary Club focuses on each child’s strengths and weaknesses, building on the skills and knowledge they have gained in the morning program. Amongst other benefits, this program emphasizes language, literacy, and mathematics as well as prepares children mentally, emotionally, and physically for full-day school. Extra-curricular activities are a fun way to bring out a hidden talent or interest, learn new skills and make new friends. With an abundant variety of over 25 clubs available, your child can enjoy something different each day and have a fulfilling experience at any one of our schools. Please visit our Clubs and Under 3's page for more details.

SKIP was established in 1988 by a group of parents as a branch of the Hong Kong Preschool Playgroups Association (HKPPA), an organization that promotes learning through play and encourages parent participation. Initially run from one of the founding parent’s homes, the group moved to its current location in 1989 and became a registered kindergarten. SKIP is a non-profit making organization, registered in Hong Kong as Sai Kung Pre-school Group Limited and governed by a board of directors made up of volunteer parents. We continue to follow the original philosophies of learning through play and parental involvement to this day. At SKIP we believe that ‘play is a child’s work’. Through play, children feel confident to behave in many different ways and to experiment with their physical, emotional, and cognitive selves. It is also through play that children develop their imagination and creativity. Following the play-based UK Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, we aim to ensure children leave us confident and well prepared to tackle the next steps in their education. SKIP parents play a vital role in the school. From attending playgroups, assisting in the classroom as duty parents, organizing or supporting fundraisers, and joining the school board, our parents all contribute to the success of SKIP. SKIP follows an adapted UK Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum using learning through play and a thematic teaching approach. Early years learning concentrates on 7 areas split between prime and specific areas of learning.

Parkview Rhine Garden Preschool started in 1994 and is a pre-school which is diverse and dynamic. The Rhine Garden School is comprised of two campuses, which are located on the podium of Rhine Garden, Sham Tseng, in Tower One and Tower Five respectively. In September 2007, Parkview-Rhine Garden Preschool (for 3-6 years old children) was transformed into a non-profit making school, where parents can enjoy the Pre-primary Education Voucher Scheme (PEVS) offered by EDB. At the same time, Parkview-Rhine Garden International Nursery (for 2 years old children) remains in. Most current researches on young children indicate that when children play, they learn. Our curriculum is designed, based on the inter-related unit of themes and children learn through PLAY. We believe that through PLAY, young children develop sensory and cognitive senses, acquire social skills, problem-solving skills, language dexterity, and academic knowledge, and nurture creativity. Children come to PIPS at a different stage of their development, with different backgrounds and in different characters. The school plans programs and structured play-rich activities which cater to these differences. We provide children with the opportunities to explore the world around them and to take on new challenges so that they will become thinking children, self-esteemed, and independent. In planning our curriculum we welcome inputs from parents and teachers.

Parkview International Pre-School (Kowloon) is the youngest of our 3 kindergartens and was established in 2007. In March 2014 we were accepted as a candidate at PYP school. In June 2016 we officially became an IB World School. As an international kindergarten, we have a diverse population of children and teachers from all over the world. We actively promote intercultural understanding and seek to develop international-mindedness in our community. We cater to children from one to six years old and offer bilingual and trilingual classes where children all learn English and Chinese (Putonghua and/or Cantonese). Almost all our classes have a maximum of 18 children. Two qualified early years teachers, operating in their native language, teach alongside each other, providing children with rich language immersion. Our campus is bright, modern, and airy with twelve classrooms, a music room, a large outdoor play space, equipped with a variety of climbing frames and resources for developing children’s physical skills, and a well-resourced library. We are developing a small garden area for children to learn about nature. Music is taught by a specialist teacher to all classes. At PIPS we believe that children learn best through actively engaging with each other, materials, and their environment. Our approach is inquiry-based and focuses on engaging children and challenging them. At PIPS, we believe in providing a caring, stimulating, motivating, safe, and sustainable environment that inspires learners of all nationalities to achieve their full potential. This is achieved through an educational program that allows learners to observe, explore, collaborate, reason, problem-solve and evaluate through inquiry. Parkview International Pre-School (PIPS) is committed to providing high-quality and innovative education.PIPS aims to nurture a community of learners to become inquiring, independent, knowledgeable, creative thinkers, with a life-long love of learning.PIPS encourages responsible, respectful, reflective practices along with intercultural understanding to promote compassionate, global citizens. At PIPS our principal aims are to provide a safe and caring environment and rich and varied educational experiences so that the children in our schools can flourish, grow, learn and fulfill their potential in every way. This year PIPS Kowloon has been officially authorized as an IB World School and our sister school on Hong Kong Island gained its status as an IB school in 2009. The PYP approach emphasizes the development of the whole child both academically and personally. It also aims to instill international-mindedness in all members of its community. We welcome diversity into our schools and value what other cultures from all over the world have to offer. The PYP is a forward-looking curriculum that seeks to equip children for the rapidly changing world that they will face in the future. Our schools use an inquiry-based approach designed to engage children and to challenge them whilst teaching them skills and attitudes that they can apply in many situations and that will last for life. Our children are encouraged to ask questions and work together in a collaborative way to solve problems. We expect our children to know how to behave, to develop good manners, and to learn to respect others as well as themselves. We recognize that all children are different, learn at different rates, and have their talents and interests. We support individual children in their efforts to learn and develop and seek to motivate and challenge them at the right level. We encourage them to become caring, open-minded, tolerant, and understanding members of society who realize that other people can have different points of view and beliefs that are equally as valid as their own. At PIPS we value parental involvement and welcome parents into school on many occasions to help us and to join with us in celebrating the learning that is taking place. We believe that an open partnership between parents and teachers is fundamental to achieving the very best for all our children. We welcome you to come to see our school in action and to join us in special events that we arrange. Please contact us if you would like to have a tour of either campus.

At EtonHouse, we believe education is the cornerstone of a successful and fulfilling life. Knowledge and skills provide the framework through which both children and adults see their world. At EtonHouse, we also understand that the environment plays a vital role in developing a happy, confident, secure, and competent child with an inquiring mind. We, therefore, lay great emphasis on creating a carefully planned and well-resourced environment that is warm, welcoming, and engaging. EtonHouse also offers an outstanding second language program that lays the foundation for a strong bilingual foundation. EtonHouse international pre-schools and schools offer a program where children are encouraged to become critical thinkers and lifelong learners through an inquiry-based program. The schools provide stimulating learning experiences that respond to individual children, to make both teachings and learning a joyful and meaningful experience. This encourages each child to reach their full potential – cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically. Parents are welcome in our schools and we highly value and encourage partnership between home and school. The EtonHouse schools offer a rich curricular and co-curricular program. Students are also strongly encouraged and supported to adopt community-based initiatives with a social and environmental focus.

Moments from Aberdeen tunnel conveniently accessed from most parts of the island the purpose-built environment is bright, spacious, and a wonderful environment for any young child. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Aberdeen harbor, a large indoor play area, library, and flexible learning spaces the learning environment is ideally suited for young children to explore and develop. Drop off and pick by car or bus is conveniently and safely facilitated as our Aberdeen kindergarten is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac. Rollers and Wriggler classes are a great way to learn with your child. These 1 hour accompanied classes for children from 6 months of age focus on, communication, sensory and physical play. With flexible day options to suit your routine, you can do as few as 2 or as many as 5 days. As a 2 hour accompanied class Playgroup children who are 18 to 24 months of age are ready to explore their environment with ever-increasing independence. Taking advantage of a child’s rapid language development at this age we introduce daily Mandarin sessions. Stepping Stones is the first of our unaccompanied classes for children from 24 months of age. Offered as either a 2 or 3-hour program, with the flexibility to choose a daily schedule to suit your family's needs. With a mix of intentional teaching and purposeful play, the children will experience a program built around their physical, language and social-emotional development. Families can choose between a bilingual ( Mandarin and English ) or English, Pre-School experience for their child. Children learn through play, from a mix of intentional teaching and child-initiated activities, in a vibrant language-rich environment. Children can attend a morning or afternoon session with the option to attend both, which is very popular with our older preschool children as they prepare for primary school. The Prep for Primary learning outcomes are mapped to the English National Curriculum Framework, children are regularly assessed against these outcomes. This full-day program builds on the skills developed in Pre-School, exposing the children to ever more complex learning in a supportive and collaborative environment.

“Children learn best when they are happy” – At our school, a successful day can be measured by our children’s happiness. We value and aim to instill kindness, compassion, love, and respect in young children all of which are taught through role modeling, in-depth conversations, and role-play scenarios. Children are given the freedom to express themselves, create their happiness, and instill happiness in others. When children attend The Tiny Seeds, they are enveloped in a sea of warmth and affection. Our environment has been carefully crafted to entertain all developmental learning areas, spark curiosity, encourage creativity and foster learning through fun and play within a natural setting. Our school especially vibrates a homely feel so our children are comfortable and secure in their learning environment. Students are encouraged to understand what they are taught and also to represent their learning creatively. We appreciate originality and individuality and foster this creative process through projects, open-ended tasks, and hands-on activities. Here, children are prepped with all the attitudes and skills needed to transition smoothly into primary schools and the diversifying multi-cultural world we now live in. The curriculum has been carefully adapted to work in our hometown (Bangkok, Thailand), to meet the diverse cultures represented at our school, and to incorporate a center-based approach that allows for our children to learn while playing. We encourage children to reach their full potential and to bring out their characteristics as we see the importance of standing out as an individual in a world of diversity. Learning is modeled through the creative act of making, building, doing, and visualizing the concepts that are part of the curriculum. Teachers use our daily assessment checks to gauge understanding and reteach concepts that may be challenging. Each teaching lesson is measured for understanding beginning from our youngest class to our oldest class. Children are exposed to a variety of learning styles to understand focus concepts in all subject areas. Each child is assessed at the beginning of each Term to track their overall learning path within the academic year. Additionally, we provide Term Reports to families at the end of Terms 1 and 3 to indicate their child’s progress. Our teachers are always available and appointments can be made at any time to discuss any areas of concern. “We all belong to one family or another” – Here at The Tiny Seeds, our family involves the Owners, Administrators, Teachers, Assistants, Nannies, and all our Support staff. Together, we create a home for your child from the moment they arrive in school each day till the time they leave to go home. Your child is our priority and we aim to do our best to ensure their happiness, safety, and security. At The Tiny Seeds, we use active forms of communication to keep our families informed of their child’s daily activities and their well-being at school. During the academic year, there are many opportunities for families to form close relationships with staff at our school. Parents are invited to join a lot of our school events and activities such as our Meet and Greet, Performances, Celebrations (ie. Loy Krathong), and Family Sports Day. During the year, we regularly ask for parent volunteers to educate our children during Career Week, International Week as well as Book Week.