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PHILOSOPHY

The Early Years program at ICS Addis is a part of the elementary school and includes children ages 2-6 . The Early Years pedagogy is inspired by the Educational Project in Reggio Emilia and is anchored by our PYP concept-based units of inquiry , reflecting international best practices . The approach is designed to respect curious , growing children where playful inquiry sets the foundation for important skills in thinking , self-management , social-emotional growth , communication , physical coordination , and cognitive / academic creativity . Children explore symbolic representation , including early literacy and numeracy , through play and careful educator facilitation .