Ages 2-5

EARLY YEARS (EYFS) BRITISH CURRICULUM

Our Early Years curriculum for Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception at NAIS Pudong, one of the finest international schools in Pudong, offers a child-centred, holistic approach to learning and follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework.
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A PURPOSE-BUILT LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

As a top pre-school in Shanghai, our Early Years unit is a purpose-built learning environment where our youngest students will develop a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Here, they are encouraged to explore their new surroundings and use their imagination.

Following the EYFS British curriculum, we employ innovative learning spaces in both the indoor and outdoor classrooms, which allow children the freedom to grow independently with outdoor gardens, dedicated playgrounds, climbing areas and many open-ended, large-scale resources.
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EARLY YEARS FOUNDATION STAGE

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets standards for the learning, development and care of children up to age five. It prepares them for Primary School, developing their knowledge and skills.
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AREAS OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

At this early age, children are still learning to play, explore, create, and think critically. To focus their progress, our highly trained teachers engage them in activities shaped by seven Areas of Learning and Development. We use these interconnected areas to promote children’s individual interests and unique learning needs.
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PRIME AREAS

The Early Years programme is comprised of seven areas of learning with a basis in three Prime Areas:

  • Communication and language
  • Physical development
  • Personal, social and emotional development
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SPECIFIC AREAS

The Prime Areas underpin learning in all other areas and helps children to develop skills in the following four Specific areas:

  • Literacy
  • Mathematics
  • Understanding the world
  • Expressive arts and design

Children work towards the Early Learning Goals in the seven areas of learning whilst being closely supported and challenged along the way.

 
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A TYPICAL DAY AT NAIS PUDONG

Our Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception programmes are exceptional. Our small class sizes and low teacher-to-child ratios ensure your child gets all the attention they deserve and learn the skills they need to grow into outstanding learners.
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GOOD MORNING!
Welcome circle time is a chance to say “Good morning” to friends, sing the welcome song and think about the learning activities for the day ahead.
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GOOD MORNING!
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WATER PLAY
This is a chance to explore the fun places in the Early Years classrooms, like the water tray where children learn about measurements and practice their fine motor skills.
WATER PLAY
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FOREST SCHOOL
After a snack to recharge from a busy morning, it’s time for Forest School. Taking our learning outside, away from the school campus and exploring the great outdoors where there’s so much to discover and learn.
FOREST SCHOOL
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OUTDOOOR EXPLORATION
Outdoor play is a fun and engaging part of the day where students are encouraged to be active and explore all areas of our fantastic outdoor spaces. 
OUTDOOOR EXPLORATION
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LANGUAGE AND LISTENING
Story time helps to develop language and listening skills. With so many interesting and exciting books in our library, there is always something new to discover.
LANGUAGE AND LISTENING
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PLAY TO LEARN - LEARN TO PLAY

Children in the Early Years Foundation Stage learn by playing and exploring, being active and using creative and critical thinking. For your child play is purposeful, engaging and fun. It provides a wonderful way for them to learn.
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PERSONALISED LEARNING

At our school, we treat your child as an individual by noting how your child learns best and personalising their learning to suit. We recognise that every child is different but should be treated equally. This establishes a method for learning that can last a lifetime and have a positive effect on academic results in later life.
Your child's teacher will plan personalised, engaging and inspiring learning experiences to allow your child to develop their interests and achieve the academic outcomes for their age.
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A FOUNDATION FOR FUTURE SUCCESS

We recognise that, to achieve world-class results at IGCSE and IBDP in Secondary school, it is essential that the foundations for learning in the early years are secure and that personal progression is consistently monitored. We therefore aim to provide our children with the academic knowledge and practical skills they need to become successful lifelong learners.
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CREATING OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH ACHIEVEMENT

At NAIS Pudong we offer a truly global experience with outstanding teachers and exceptional educational opportunities. Here, students achieve high marks in exams and learn to make a difference in the world outside the classroom.

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