Early Years
Early Years

Early Years

Ages 2 - 6 

Early Years students start their journey in a nurturing play-based learning environment that fosters curiosity and creativity. Hands-on experiences promote exploration, language development and social growth in a caring and inclusive setting.

Our curriculum

With the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum students grow strong foundations in academic, social and emotional matters. Play-based learning nurtures curiosity, creativity and confidence, preparing children for lifelong success and learning.

Language and Communication

Develop strong communication skills

Students benefit from communication and literacy that inspire curiosity from the very beginning. Our Literacy curriculum sparks a love for reading and writing, helping children build essential skills while exploring stories. As they progress, students have the chance to delve into advanced learning opportunities, personalised to their interests and strengths. 

Language and Communication

Physical Development

Build confidence and strength

Students grow in a supportive environment that nurtures self-awareness, confidence and positive relationships. From developing gross motor skills like running and jumping to fine motor skills such as drawing and writing, students are encouraged to lead active and healthy lives.

This balanced approach helps them build resilience, focus and independence, all while actively engaging in their learning journey.

Physical Development

Personal, Social & Emotional Development

Emotional growth and connection with peers 

Personal, Social & Emotional Development emphasises the importance of self-awareness, emotional control and the ability to form positive relationships. These key elements lay the foundation for emotional health and social integration, empowering students to navigate the world with confidence, empathy and resilience.

Through meaningful interactions and guided growth, students learn to understand themselves and connect with others in a supportive environment.

Personal, Social & Emotional Development

Mathematics

Igniting curiosity through numbers

Through counting, shapes and problem-solving, students gain a solid grasp of numeracy. Hands-on exploration of patterns and logical thinking nurtures curiosity and resilience, building a strong foundation for future mathematical success.

Mathematics

Understanding the World

Exploring the world around us

Understanding the World fosters curiosity about the environment, people and technology. Students engage with the world around them, developing a deeper awareness of how things work and their connections to others. This exploration sparks a sense of wonder and encourages critical thinking, helping students make sense of the world in meaningful and exciting ways.

Understanding the World

Expressive Arts and Design

Unleashing creativity through arts

Creativity flourishes through art, music and imaginative play, giving students the freedom to express themselves in diverse ways. This programme encourages self-expression, builds confidence and fosters a love for creative exploration, allowing students to develop their artistic talents and discover new ways to communicate their ideas.

Expressive Arts and Design

A typical day at school in our Early Years

Each day at LES brings new learning adventures and discoveries. While schedules differ by year group, here’s a glimpse of what unfolds between lessons in our Early Years class.

Our pillars of learning

At LES, young learners spark curiosity and develop key skills as they embark on their learning journey. Guided by our Early Years core learning pillars, they explore academics, develop teamwork skills with peers and grow in a multilingual setting, laying a strong foundation for future success.

Academic achievement
Academic achievement

Enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding.

Life competencies
Life competencies

Develop key life skills that empower success in learning, relationships and future opportunities.

Multilingualism
Multilingualism

Students fast-track English fluency while continuing to grow in their home language.

When to enrol?

At Lady Elizabeth School, our Admissions team is available throughout the year to assist you with the enrolment process and answer any questions you may have. We operate on a rolling admissions basis, which means students can join us at any point during the academic year, subject to availability. We encourage early applications to secure your child’s place.

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Begin a learning adventure with our play-based Early Years programme that sparks children's curiosity and creativity.

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Special Recognitions

El Espanol Top 50
El Mundo - Best School 2025
Forbes Top 100 - 2025
Micole 2025

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