EYFS
Early learning inspired by curiosity, creativity, and meaningful exploration
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BSO
Outstanding
School
KHDA
Very Good
School
Nurturing Young Minds
For children aged 3 to 5 years
At Regent, ‘Inspiring Minds. Building Character’ is not just a tagline, it is a belief ingrained into our ethos. We are constantly looking for new ways to improve our children’s engagement and involvement and inspire them to have a growth mindset, especially in the Early Years.
Regent’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Department has not only maintained ‘Outstanding’ judgements in KHDA and BSO inspections but has also ensured children’s year-on-year progress by placing emphasis on building blocks to early education. Students are empowered to self-direct their learning.
Regent International School is proud to announce that we are the first school in Dubai to embark on becoming an accredited ‘Curiosity Approach’ school.
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Curiosity Approach at RIS
‘Curiosity Approach’ is a teaching method that encourages children to think for themselves and make their own choices. The philosophy is centred around a child’s natural desire to explore and build upon their curiosity, thereby focusing on developing their individuality as well.
This modern-day approach minimises the use of plastic and bright colours in the classrooms and encourages natural play fitting perfectly with the current technological era. It looks to transform and reset educational practices for our youngest children, bringing curiosity, awe and wonder into early childhood.
With the well-being of each child being at the heart of our initiatives, we ensure that children’s interactions with their internal and external environment is a purposeful learning experience. We focus on child-initiated learning, bringing elements of nature into each learning opportunity, mixed thoughtfully with open ended resources that they use independently to boost critical thinking.
A glimpse into our EYFS classrooms where curiosity leads the way
Foundations for a Bright Future
Joanne Leslie
Head of EYFS
Early Years at Regent
Leading the Early Years Foundation Stage at Regent International School is both a privilege and a passion. As an educator and a parent, I understand how deeply those first school experiences shape a child’s confidence, curiosity, and lifelong love for learning.
At Regent, EYFS is a world of wonder. Here, children take their first steps into formal learning in an environment designed to spark imagination, independence, and creativity. Our play-based, child-centred curriculum embraces the Curiosity Approach, where every space becomes a “third teacher” and everyday moments turn into extraordinary opportunities for discovery.
But EYFS at Regent is more than learning—it is nurture. Every child is
celebrated, every voice is valued, and every family is supported with warmth and reassurance.
—Joanne Leslie, Head of EYFS
In EYFS, we nurture curiosity and independence, preparing children to grow with confidence today and lead with purpose tomorrow.
Where Learning Meets Imagination
Book a tour and discover how RIS goes beyond traditional learning to spark imagination, independence, and joy in every child.
