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Early years

Playgroup, Nursery and KG at AIGS: a parent's guide to the early years

By the AIGS teamPublished 2 min read

Quick answer

The early years at AIGS are Playgroup, Nursery and KG. Children learn through hands-on activities and play in a caring setting the school calls their second home, while first meeting the Quran, Islamic manners, English and early numbers. Admission for all three classes is open, and families can visit the campus in Uttara first.

What happens in the early years?

Young children learn best by doing. In Playgroup, Nursery and KG, AIGS teaches through hands-on activities — drawing, painting, crafts, stories and play — so that school feels like a second home. Children also begin to learn the Quran and good Islamic manners.

Which class is right for my child's age?

Placement depends on your child's age and readiness. The admission office will advise on the right class when you apply, so include your child's date of birth on the form or ask when you call.

How can I prepare my child for the first day?

  • Visit the campus together so the building and teachers feel familiar.
  • Practise a simple morning routine for a week or two before school starts.
  • Read picture books together and talk about what happens at school.
  • Teach a few short duas, such as before eating and when leaving home.
  • Keep goodbyes short and cheerful — teachers are experienced at settling new children.

What comes after KG?

Children move on to the primary years (Grade I to Grade V), where learning grows through close contact between teachers and students, and then to Grade VI to Grade VIII, where research work and project presentations help learning last.

Frequently asked questions

Which early-years classes does AIGS offer?
Playgroup, Nursery and KG.
How do young children learn at AIGS?
Through hands-on activities and play in a caring environment, with Islamic values from the start.
Which class should my child join?
It depends on age and readiness. The admission office advises on the right class when you apply.