Early Years Curriculum
In our Early Years programme at RISE International School, we guide our youngest learners as they begin a lifelong journey of learning.
We begin to develop the whole child from the age of three, nurturing their emotional well-being as well as their cognitive and social development; by keeping with the Cambridge requirements for certification and the British National Curriculum framework for EYFS
The framework helps children develop the knowledge, understanding and skills they need for the next stages in their education.
It is a child-centred, play-based programme that helps young learners to develop at their own pace. It encourages them to act independently, make their own choices and discover feelings of self-worth.
It includes everything needed for high-quality learning: a holistic, balanced curriculum, engaging classroom resources, professional development and assessment approaches to help us measure our learners’ progress. We believe that Cambridge Early Years works best all elements of the programme are used together.
The seven curriculum areas in the Cambridge Early Years Programme are:
- Personal, social, and emotional development
- Communication and language
- Physical development
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the world
- Creative Expression
The programme emphasises the development of social and emotional skills, helping children to build positive relationships and develop empathy. It encourages children to work collaboratively, communicate effectively and develop self-awareness. Through play-based learning, children are encouraged to explore and express their emotions, building resilience and self-confidence.
The Cambridge International Early Years Programmer places a strong emphasis on language and communication development. The programmer recognizes that language and communication skills are crucial for children’s overall development and future academic success.
The programmer’s approach to language and communication is based on the belief that all children are capable of learning multiple languages and that bilingualism has numerous benefits. The programmer encourages a multilingual approach, which means that children are exposed to multiple languages from an early age. Which in turn helps them become effective communicators.
The programmer’s curriculum is designed to help children develop their language and communication skills in a variety of ways. For example, the programmer provides opportunities for children to:
- Listen to stories and participate in storytelling activities.
- Engage in conversations with peers and adults.
- Sing songs and rhymes.
- Play games that involve language and communication.
- Engage in drama and role-playing activities.
The programmer also recognizes the importance of supporting children who are learning English as an additional language. The programmer provides resources and support for teachers to help these children develop their language and communication skills.
Physical development is a key aspect of the Cambridge International Early Years Programmer. The programmer aims to develop children’s gross and fine motor skills, helping them to become physically confident and develop good health habits. Through activities such as dance, yoga and outdoor play, children are encouraged to develop their physical skills, coordination and control.
- Literacy Development
The Cambridge International Early Years Programme supports children’s literacy development, helping them to develop a love of reading and writing. The programme focuses on developing children’s phonics, vocabulary, comprehension and writing skills. Through a range of activities, including storytelling, drama and writing, children are encouraged to develop their literacy skills and become confident communicators.
- Mathematics
At an early age it is important tp help recognize how mathematics impacts everyday life. Through games and activities, we can introduce children to mathematical language, thinking and concepts that they will need when they start their primary education. The children are introduced to addition and subtraction using realia and books. They are also introduced to regular and three-dimensional shapes.
- Understanding the world
This area of the programme encourages children’s natural curiosity as they explore the world around them. It lays the foundation for a range of different subjects in primary education and beyond including science, digital literacy, computing and humanities.
Understanding the World is broken down into three aspects:
- People and Communities
- The World
- Technology
- Creative Expression
Creative expression n allows children to communicate their ideas and develop their imagination through art and design, music, dance and drama. This important area brings together skills and cognitive processes from across the whole curriculum.
- Assessment
The Cambridge International Early Years Programmer provides a comprehensive framework for assessing and tracking learners’ progress. The programmer’s assessment approach is centered on the observation of learning, evaluation of evidence, and planning for next steps. During their time in Early Years, children’s learning is continually assessed across all seven areas to help teachers plan responsively for each child’s individual learning needs. The Outcomes are also used to track children’s learning throughout their time in Early Years and to support their transition into Primary.
In summary, the Cambridge International Early Years Programme focuses on the holistic development of young learners, covering social and emotional, physical and literacy skills. Through play-based learning, children are encouraged to explore, discover and develop key skills, preparing them for future academic success.
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