EARLY YEARS LEARNING
Early Years Foundation Stage
Ages 3–5 (FS1 & FS2)A parent's guide to your child's first steps in formal learning
EYFS Mathematics develops secure early foundations in number, numerical patterns, shape, space, and measure. Children learn to count confidently, understand quantity, and apply simple calculations while also recognising patterns and exploring spatial awareness. Improve ME's MaThesis programme, aligned with EYFS, places strong emphasis on building a secure grounding in numbers to support future mathematical success.
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What is the Early Years Foundation Stage?
A parent's guide to your child's first steps in formal learning
EYFS Mathematics develops secure early foundations in number, numerical patterns, shape, space, and measure. Children learn to count confidently, understand quantity, and apply simple calculations while also recognising patterns and exploring spatial awareness. Improve ME's MaThesis programme, aligned with EYFS, places strong emphasis on building a secure grounding in numbers to support future mathematical success.
EYFS English develops secure early foundations in phonics, reading, writing and communication. Children learn to recognise sounds, build words, understand simple texts and express their ideas with confidence. Improve ME's EngLit programme, aligned with EYFS, places strong emphasis on building a strong foundation in early literacy to support future reading and writing success.
Both programmes are structured around four core learning pillars, ensuring children develop confidence, accuracy and skills that go beyond classroom expectations.
Ages 3-5
Age range
Licensed Centre
Teaching in Dubai since 2010
Subjects We Cover
Two core areas at EYFS: Mathematics and English
What Your Child Learns
The full Mathematics and English curriculum, pulled directly from our EYFS Maths and EYFS English programmes.
Mathematics
View full Mathematics pageNumber & Arithmetic
Building early number confidence
- Number sequencing up to 50 — recognising, ordering, and finding missing numbers
- Mental addition and subtraction using counting on and counting back
- Introductory multiplication through skip counting and doubling
- Early division through sharing and halving activities
- Simple word problems using addition or subtraction
Shapes & Measures
Exploring the physical world mathematically
- Recognising 2D shapes and understanding their basic properties
- Fine motor development through tracing numbers and shapes with precision
- Size and measurement concepts — big/small, long/short, heavy/light
- Reading and labelling a clock with simple time
Data Handling & Comparison
Making sense of information
- Sorting and classifying objects into clear categories
- Comparing numbers using greater than, less than, more, fewer, most, least
- Interpreting simple picture graphs, bar graphs, and data tables
Reasoning & Logic
Thinking carefully, not just calculating
- Developing visual discrimination by identifying the odd one out and spotting differences
- Applying systematic thinking to recognise patterns and sequences
- Applying problem-solving strategies in mathematical puzzles, solving shapes and numbers Sudoku
English
View full English pagePhonics and Word Building
Making sense of the world through reading
- Learning the 42 Jolly Phonics sounds step by step
- Building letter–sound associations through actions
- Blending and segmenting sounds within word families
- Recognising digraphs and sound patterns
- Reading and spelling CVC (consonant–vowel–consonant) words
Reading and Understanding
Exploring stories and ideas through imagination
- Understanding stories through pictures
- Answering true and false statements
- Answering who, what, when, where and why (retrieval) questions
- Text-based early reasoning and prediction skills
Handwriting and Early Grammar
Developing early reading confidence
- Alphabetical order exercises
- Identifying capital and lowercase letters
- Developing pencil control and grip
- Learning correct letter formation
Creative Thinking and Reasoning
Building strong foundations in writing
- Creating stories through pictures
- Spotting differences and patterns through picture prompts
- Encouraged to use new and high-frequency words
- Completing sentences to build and tell a story
How We Teach It
Our approach is structured, personalised and designed to build real confidence and progress.
In House Programme
Our Improve ME curriculum is built on high-quality materials and carefully sequenced content, developing strong foundational skills in mathematics, early literacy and problem-solving.
Individualised Learning & Clear Progression
Every child follows their own structured learning journey. Skills are taught step by step — from number recognition and phonics sounds through to early reading, writing, addition, subtraction, and reasoning.
Learning Agreements
Children take ownership of their own learning through simple agreements, setting goals and celebrating their progress.
Certificates and Milestones
Children work towards Mathematics and English milestones, attaining certificates in number, addition and subtraction, reading, and writing. We are here to celebrate with you!
Why Improve ME?
Licensed tutoring centre with over 16 years of experience supporting families in Dubai
Proven track record in a dedicated, face-to-face learning environment — supporting students from age 3 to 18 with no need to transition elsewhere
Advanced, structured learning programme with regular home practice — building responsibility, routine and independent learning
Personalised sessions tailored to each child's level, using carefully designed materials to ensure clear progression and deep understanding
Complete transparency in what we teach, how we teach, and your child's progress
Precise, target-driven progression — shaping confident, self-driven learners who take ownership, strive for excellence and emerge as future leaders
Curriculum & Assessment
EYFS has no formal tests — we focus on development and readiness
The EYFS framework does not use formal exams or national curriculum tests. Instead, practitioners observe children and assess their progress against the EYFS early learning goals. At Improve ME, we use similar approaches: we observe, note progress, and share updates with parents so you know how your child is developing in number, shape, phonics, and communication.
Our goal is to ensure your child is confident and ready for the transition to Key Stage 1 — where more structured learning begins in Year 1.
What Parents Say About Our EYFS Programme
"My daughter was shy and reluctant to try new things. After a few months at Improve ME she's so much more confident with numbers and letters. She's ready for Reception now."
Parent of EYFS student
"The play-based approach is perfect. My son doesn't even realise he's learning — he just has fun. But his phonics has come on so much."
Parent of EYFS student
"One-to-one sessions and patient tutors made all the difference. Our child went from avoiding 'school work' to asking to do more. Highly recommend."
Parent of EYFS student
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about EYFS at Improve ME
About This Stage
Our Sessions
Subjects & Curriculum
Progress & Results
Getting Started
What Comes Next?
After EYFS, your child moves into Key Stage 1
Years 1–2. Core literacy, numeracy, and introduction to Science.
Give Your Child a Confident Start
Book a free assessment and see how we can support your child's early learning and school readiness.