Foundation Stage 2, FS2
Foundation Stage 2
Laying the foundations for Primary School and Beyond
OUR APPROACH
Our broad and balanced British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for children aged 4–4.11 years takes into account the individual needs of every child, allowing them to grow and develop at their own pace.
We encourage children to make decisions, share ideas and allow their imaginations and interests to guide their learning.
The following principles shape our learning programme:
A Unique Child: Our staff carefully observe, monitor and understand each child’s development and learning. This enables them to identify individual needs, requirements for additional support and inclusion, and considerations relating to safety, health and wellbeing.
Positive Relationships: Our staff nurture a strong sense of belonging and respond sensitively to each child’s needs, feelings and interests. We also support and strengthen the relationship between parents and children by taking the time to understand each family, their values, expectations and the factors that shape their lives at home and within the wider community.
Enabling Environments: Our staff provide children with stimulating, exceptionally well-resourced learning environments filled with rich learning opportunities. We also create opportunities for parents to become actively involved in their child’s development at the nursery.
Learning and Development: Our staff provide children with challenging, playful and meaningful opportunities that support their continuous learning and development.
OUR CURRICULUM
The British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is organised around seven interconnected areas of learning and development.
The three prime areas provide essential foundations for learning:
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Physical Development
- Communication and Language
These foundations support learning across the four specific areas:
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the World
- Expressive Arts and Design
Our teaching philosophy recognises every child as an individual. Parents and carers, class teachers, specialist teachers and learning assistants work closely together to support each child’s interests, strengths and developmental needs.
We believe happy, motivated children are effective learners. Our Foundation Stage environment helps children feel safe, settled and increasingly independent as they prepare for primary school.
The British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework is based on the philosophy of learning through play, which develops critical thinking, encourages appropriate risk-taking and nurtures creativity.
ENRICHED LEARNING
Learning extends beyond the classroom through specialist activities, outdoor exploration and carefully planned enrichment experiences.
At Jumeirah International Nurseries, every child embarks on an individual learning journey designed to help them fulfil their potential. We take a holistic approach and provide enriching opportunities that extend beyond academics, including classes in Arabic, French and Russian, as well as gymnastics and ballet.
AFTERCARE PROGRAMME: THE JUMEIRAH INTERNATIONAL NURSERIES LEARNING HUB
The Jumeirah International Nurseries Learning Hub is an afternoon enrichment programme offering a varied programme of play, creativity, movement and discovery for children each day from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Key features include:
- Purposeful play experiences designed around children’s interests and developmental needs
- A wide range of indoor and outdoor facilities, including climbing frames, sandpits and discovery areas
- Arts and crafts projects that encourage children to explore their creativity
- Problem-solving activities in mathematics and construction areas
- Reading areas for rest and recreation
- Fully trained staff across all clubs to support children and scaffold their learning
OUR FAQs FOR FS2 AT JUMEIRAH INTERNATIONAL NURSERIES
FS2 at Jumeirah International Nurseries caters for children aged 4–4.11 years, providing them with a nurturing and stimulating learning environment tailored to their developmental needs.
Jumeirah International Nurseries recognises the importance of this stage and designs its programmes to support children’s growth across all areas of development.
Learning in FS2 at Jumeirah International Nurseries is thoughtfully structured to nurture children’s natural curiosity, creativity and critical-thinking skills.
The curriculum is child-centred, allowing children to take an active role in their learning. Through a balance of child-initiated and teacher-led activities, children are encouraged to explore, experiment and engage in hands-on experiences that reflect their interests and developmental needs.
Core skills in English and mathematics are developed through a range of enrichment programmes, providing children with a strong foundation in these essential subjects.
Assessment in FS2 at Jumeirah International Nurseries is an ongoing process involving careful observation and documentation of each child’s progress and achievements.
Teachers closely monitor every child’s development across the seven areas of learning and use this information to inform their teaching strategies and support individual needs.
Children are assessed at the beginning of the academic year to establish a baseline, with further assessments conducted at regular intervals throughout the year.
This information is used to complete each child’s Early Years Foundation Stage profile, providing a comprehensive overview of their learning journey and progress towards the 17 Early Learning Goals.
At Jumeirah International Nurseries, parents can expect regular and transparent communication about their child’s progress and wellbeing.
Teachers maintain open communication with families through parent-teacher meetings and written reports on each child’s development.
Parents are also encouraged to take an active role in their child’s learning journey through opportunities such as parent workshops, special events and volunteering.
Jumeirah International Nurseries values the partnership between parents and teachers, recognising that a collaborative approach enhances each child’s overall learning experience.
Children entering FS2 at Jumeirah International Nurseries should have turned four by 31 December, in line with the regulations set by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority.
Jumeirah International Nurseries also conducts a play-based assessment to gain insight into each child’s strengths, areas for development and learning preferences. This assessment helps determine the most appropriate learning groups, ensuring that every child receives personalised attention and support.
Teachers at Jumeirah International Nurseries recognise and celebrate the diversity of learners within their classrooms. They use a range of differentiation strategies to meet children’s varying needs, interests and abilities.
By providing additional resources, adapting activities and offering individualised support, teachers ensure that every child can access and engage with the curriculum.
Differentiation enables each child to make progress towards the Early Learning Goals while fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
At Jumeirah International Nurseries, our highly qualified teachers create a holistic learning environment that nurtures children’s development across all areas of the Early Learning Goals.
Our teachers, who hold qualifications equivalent to those of educators in leading schools across Dubai, design activities and lessons that integrate different areas of learning. This promotes cross-curricular connections and encourages children to link ideas and knowledge across subjects.
Through child-led enquiry, project-based learning and hands-on experiences, children engage in meaningful and interconnected learning opportunities that support a holistic approach to their education.
Teachers at Jumeirah International Nurseries celebrate and acknowledge children’s progress towards the Early Learning Goals in a variety of ways. They provide praise, encouragement and constructive feedback that recognise each child’s effort and achievements.
Certificates, displays of children’s work and whole-class celebrations serve as visible reminders of their progress and success.
By creating a positive and supportive learning environment, teachers help build children’s self-esteem, motivation and sense of pride in their accomplishments.
Our FS2 teaching team is extremely proud of the remarkable progress seen in every child and encourages parents looking for FS2 at a leading nursery in Dubai to schedule a visit.
