Parent partnership
In constant conversation
Department-based parent forums, termly parent–teacher meet-ups and communication platforms keep Preschool families close to the classroom throughout the year.
Visit the Parents PortalPreschool & Kindergarten
A firm foundation for the years ahead
Welcome to the MGIS Preschool and Year 1 — a caring and stimulating learning environment for children aged 2 to 5, where the foundation for each child's future academic journey is built.
At a glance
The early years, in numbers
2–5
Ages
Playgroup through to Year 1
4
Class groups
Playgroup · Pre-KA · Pre-KB · Year 1
The department
Where school begins gently, and well
Here at MGIS, we seek to provide a caring and stimulating learning environment that meets the needs of each individual child — building the firm foundation needed for his or her future academic journey.
Our programme is a blend of the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and the Scholastic Early Childhood Program, incorporating Jolly Phonics language techniques — a combination that prepares our learners for the Cambridge Assessment International and Pearson Edexcel curriculum from Year 1. We provide clear instruction in early language, reading and maths skills by combining child-centred explorations with teacher-guided supervision.
Our experienced staff are ready to give the little ones their best learning experience — with beautiful memories to hold on to throughout their lives.
"A caring and stimulating learning environment that meets the needs of each individual child."
Classes
Four classes, grouped by age
The Preschool and Year 1 caters to children aged between 2 and 5 years.
| Class | Age group |
|---|---|
| Playgroup | 2-year-olds |
| Pre-KA | 3-year-olds |
| Pre-KB | 4-year-olds |
| Year 1 | 5-year-olds |
People & partnership
Led with experience and warmth
Joining Preschool. Admission is to be determined by age and through assessment of the applicant's readiness to benefit from our school's programme. Preschool applicants also require a completed Health History Form and proof of required vaccinations, alongside the standard admissions documents.
Packs & newsletters. Departmental back-to-school packs and newsletters are available from the school office and on the Parents Portal.
What comes next
From Year 1 into Primary
Children who finish Year 1 with us move into the Primary department at Year 2, where French joins the timetable and the Cambridge and Edexcel route begins in earnest. The transition happens inside one school, with teachers who already know your child.
Primary, Years 2–6One school, five stages — Pre-Kindergarten to Year 13, without changing school.
Admissions
Begin the journey at the beginning
Come and meet the team who will give your child their first days of school — the early years classrooms are best understood in person.