Ages 2–5 Years
Our Early Years Program
Imagine your child’s early years filled with wonder, curiosity, and joyful discovery. At ISHCMC, we embrace learning through play, recognizing its power to ignite a lifelong love of exploration. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, we see each child as a unique individual, full of potential. We empower them with ownership, voice, and choice, fostering active learning through hands-on experiences.
Our inquiry-based approach encourages self-discovery, blending play with the development of essential skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving. Our passionate educators, in close partnership with families, create a nurturing and inclusive environment where children thrive, building a strong foundation for future success.
Little Learners, Big Discoveries Every Day
Discover a nurturing Early Years environment where children learn through play, grow in confidence, and develop the curiosity and skills that prepare them for the next stage of learning.
Academic Life
In our Early Years Program, each day brings new opportunities to create, explore, connect, and learn. Through guided play, hands-on experiences, and caring support, children build confidence, curiosity, and strong foundations for future learning.
Let's Create
Children explore color, texture, shape, and movement through painting, playdough, block building, and creative projects. These hands-on experiences encourage imagination, strengthen fine motor skills, and help young learners express their ideas while developing the coordination needed for future milestones.
An Outside Adventure
Our gardens, adventure playground, and sensory spaces invite children to investigate the natural world through active play. Outdoor learning supports physical development, curiosity, collaboration, and wellbeing while giving children the freedom to move, experiment, and discover in the fresh air.
Specialist Fun
Specialist lessons in music, physical education, swimming, and art help children discover new interests and develop a broad range of skills. Through rhythm, movement, creativity, and active play, students build coordination, confidence, self-expression, and an enjoyment of learning alongside specialist teachers.
A Yummy Lunch & Restful Recharge
A nutritious lunch provides the energy children need for a full day of learning and play. A dedicated rest period after lunch gives younger learners time to relax and recharge, supporting healthy development and helping them return to afternoon activities feeling refreshed and ready.
Communication & Learning Through Play
Storytelling, conversations, early writing, and imaginative play help children develop strong communication skills. They learn to share ideas, listen to others, solve problems, and work together. Each experience supports language development, creativity, confidence, and positive relationships with classmates and teachers.
After School Fun
After-school activities give children more opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and make friends. Options such as dance, drama, and clay art extend learning beyond the classroom in a playful, supportive environment where creativity, confidence, and enjoyment continue to grow.
Caring and Dedicated Teachers
Our Early Years educators recognize every child as a unique and capable learner. Through close observation and strong relationships, they respond to individual interests and needs, creating experiences that encourage curiosity, participation, and growth.
Teachers work closely with families to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel known, supported, and confident to explore the world around them. This shared commitment to care and learning is guided by ISHCMC’s experienced school leadership.
A Campus Designed for Discovery
Our Early Years students learn at the Primary Campus, where purpose-built classrooms, gardens, playgrounds, swimming facilities, and creative spaces encourage movement, imagination, and joyful exploration.
As children grow, their learning journey continues across ISHCMC’s 2 campuses, each designed to support the needs of students at every stage. Together, they offer inspiring environments where students can learn, create, connect, and thrive.
Why Families Choose ISHCMC
Learning Built Over Time: 30+ years of delivering an IB education that evolves with global standards.
Known as an Individual: Teachers support individual growth through personalized learning, learning support, language programs, and guidance that helps students make thoughtful choices.
A Richer Experience Beyond Lessons: Languages, technology, service, leadership, athletics, and creative experiences give students opportunities to explore interests, develop new strengths, and discover what matters to them.
Guidance for What Comes Next: University and career counseling from Grade 9 helps students understand their options and make confident, purposeful choices about their future.
A Community That Lasts: The relationships built at ISHCMC continue beyond the school years, connecting students, families, teachers, and alumni through shared experiences, service, and community life.
Start Your Child’s ISHCMC Journey
Discover a nurturing Early Years environment where children learn through play, grow in confidence, and develop the curiosity and skills that prepare them for the next stage of learning.