Early years

At Queen’s Qatar, we know how important the early years are in shaping a child’s confidence, curiosity and love of learning. Our Early Years provision offers a warm, caring and stimulating environment where children feel happy, supported and encouraged to explore, discover and grow from the very beginning of their school journey.

FS1 & FS2 | AGES 3–5

WHERE LEARNING BEGINS AND CONFIDENCE, CURIOSITY, AND CHARACTER TAKE ROOT.

At Queen’s Qatar, our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) programme offers a purposeful, play-based education that nurtures each child’s natural sense of wonder. In dedicated learning spaces, our youngest students are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and build relationships, setting the groundwork for lifelong learning. 

Early Years at Queen’s Qatar lays the foundation for confident learners who are ready to grow, explore, and take their first steps into school life with purpose.

WHY CHOOSE QUEEN’S QATAR EARLY YEARS?

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY

Play is central to Early Years learning. Carefully designed experiences help children develop communication, creativity, problem-solving, resilience and social confidence while enjoying the excitement of discovery.

GETTING TO KNOW EVERY CHILD

Strong, trusted relationships sit at the heart of everything we do. By understanding each child’s interests, strengths and needs, we give every child the individual support, challenge and encouragement they need to flourish

LEARNING HOW TO LEARN

Curiosity, independence, perseverance, creativity and critical thinking are woven into everyday learning, helping children become confident learners who ask questions and solve problems.

AN INTERNATIONAL BEGINNING

Our inclusive community helps children learn alongside classmates from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Every child is supported to feel confident, included and successful from the very beginning.

STRONG FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE

The EYFS framework supports children’s academic, social, emotional and physical development, preparing them for a confident transition into Primary School.

Make an Enquiry

We know the importance of selecting the right school for your child. At Queen’s Qatar, we welcome students and families from all cultures and backgrounds to join our inclusive international community. If you are considering joining Queen’s Qatar and would like to explore more, join a tour of the campus and meet with our senior leadership team. If you are applying from overseas, we can also arrange a virtual tour.
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COMMUNICATION & LANGUAGE

COMMUNICATION & LANGUAGE

Developing speaking, listening and understanding through rich interactions, stories, play and purposeful conversations.

LITERACY

LITERACY

Building a love of books, stories, sounds, mark-making, early reading and writing.

PERSONAL, SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

PERSONAL, SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Helping children develop self-awareness, resilience, empathy and positive relationships.

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

Supporting coordination, movement, gross and fine motor skills, self-care and healthy habits.

MATHEMATICS

MATHEMATICS

Building confidence with number, pattern, shape, space, measure and problem-solving.

UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD & EXPRESSIVE ARTS

UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD & EXPRESSIVE ARTS

Encouraging curiosity about people, places and nature, while inspiring imagination, creativity and self-expression.