Early Learning Centre

ELC – Early Learning Centre

International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP)
English language of instruction
Emphasis on Social and Emotional growth through the development of the IB Learner Profile
Literacy, numeracy and transdisciplinary learning through play
Three age levels: K3 (3 year olds), K4 (4 year olds) and K5 (5 year olds)
Specialist Azerbaijani, art, music, PHE and library lessons
Foreign languages: German, Russian, Spanish, Chinese

Language Development

English and Azerbaijani speaking homeroom teachers and teaching staff in each classroom
Children are expected to be proficient in English, by the end of their time in the ELC, in order to access Grade 1 programme in primary
Parents are expected to support language development at home

Independence and Self-Management

Children are expected to feed themselves
Children are expected to use the toilet independently
Children are expected to dress and change their clothes independently
Children who do not have these skills at the beginning of the year will be supported by teachers as needed.
Parents are expected to support this initiative at home and all children are expected to develop these skills within a reasonable time.
We do not have facilities for diaper changing. All children must be out of diapers by the time they begin school.

Rest

Outdoor Play

Daily schedule: