Early Years Foundation Stage
Our Foundation Stage nurtures early development through a play-based, exploratory approach guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework.
Areas of Learning:
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Communication and Language
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Physical Development
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Personal, Social and Emotional Development
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Literacy
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Mathematics
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Understanding the World
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Expressive Arts and Design
Resources Used:
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Read Write Inc.
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White Rose Maths for numeracy concepts
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Oxford Reading Buddy and Oxford reading tree
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Nelson Handwriting and spelling for literacy
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Interactive Twinkl resources
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Indoor and outdoor learning environments designed for hands-on exploration integrated with EYFS seven areas of learning
Assessments:
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Ongoing observational assessments through online portal ‘Kinderly’
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EYFS Profile completed in FS2
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Development Matters tracking
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Regular learning journals shared with parents through digital platforms
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Phonics screening check reception
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Midterm Read Write assessment
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CEM assessments
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Weekly spelling test- Term 2
Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History
In line with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Qatar, all students receive structured instruction in Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History.
Resources & Assessment:
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MOE-approved textbooks and teacher-created materials
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End-of-term internal assessments and ministry-mandated reviews
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Differentiated pathways for native and non-native Arabic speakers
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Cross-curricular projects and cultural activities
Our Approach to Assessment and Reporting
Assessment is integral to our teaching and learning process. It helps us identify strengths, support areas for development, and set personalised targets.
Assessment Types Across All Stages:
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Formative: marking, questioning, discussions, peer/self-assessment
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Summative: quizzes, tests, projects, presentations, formal exams
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Standardised: GL, CAT4, and internal benchmarks
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Reporting: Three formal reports per year, with parent-teacher conferences to review progress and next steps