At Fatimiyah School of Early Childhood Education we work towards the holistic development of the child. Every day is planned with activities integrating work and play. We nurture positive self image in children through setting clear, reasonable rules and expectation of appropriate behavior. We believe in giving freedom to children to enjoy, to explore, to be creative and to laugh. We provide a stimulating learning environment where children feel secure and freely express themselves. A central element of the day is the “plan-do-review sequence,” in which children make a plan, carry it out, and then reflect on the results.

The learning environment at Fatimiyah School of Early Childhood Education is indicative of a holistic development approach for the children. Key features of both the external and the internal environment are described for the readers.

The outdoor environment is safe, clean, attractive, and spacious. The school structure is carefully built with grills along the walls, big verandas on each floor, clear pathways, stairs with small steps and well-organized activity areas. Some of the specific areas outside the class include the following:

Sand and water area: A dedicated sand and water area is provided to the students where they learn about the concepts of space, texture, volume, color, etc. as well as enhance their gross and fine motor skills. The area provides children opportunities for social interaction as well as vocabulary development e.g. sink, float, pour, dry, wet, damp etc.

Play area: The children at a young age are always energetic and want to use their energies. The campus has a dedicated play area for the students and physical education is integrated with the academic programme. The students are encouraged to play various sports such as cricket, basket ball, football, etc. 

Library: Modern and well stocked library is available to inculcate reading habit amongst the children. For very small children (ECE I and II) a library corner is provided in the classroom.

Learning Technology: Computers are freely accessible to small children in the classrooms so that use of technology is integrated in the child’s regular daily routine. For older children a fully equipped computer lab has been set-up.

Art and Creativity: Art materials are available for children in abundance to use freely in all classrooms. Many of the small-group experiences planned by teachers involve art to develop aesthetic sense.

A conducive learning environment is provided inside the classroom for the students keeping in view their developmental needs. Safety of the children has been a key consideration while planning the indoor learning space.

Classrooms space: The indoor space for small children is arranged to facilitate a variety of small group and/or individual activities, including block building, art, math, and language building. The spacious and purpose built classrooms are well-lit and ventilated and age-appropriate materials of sufficient quantity, variety, and durability are readily accessible to children and arranged on low, open shelves to promote independent use by children.

Classroom Furniture: The furniture in each class is developed according to the age group and need of the students. The table-chair arrangements as well as floor rugs are provided for various types of activities. The furniture is wooden and very light so that it is easily movable according to the type of activity.

Individual spaces for children to store their belongings: Each student is assigned a drawer to put his/her belongings particularly books and copies. For easy identification the photograph of each child is placed on the drawer. 

Thus the Fatimiyah School of Early Childhood Education provides an appropriate physical environment that aims to foster optimal growth and development of children through extending opportunities for exploration and learning.