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Early Years Section at Bangalore International School

Ages 3 to 6
A Confident and Joyful Start to Learning


The Early Years Section at Bangalore International School is where a child’s relationship with learning begins to take shape.

These first years of school are approached with both care and intention. Children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and express themselves in a warm, secure environment that balances curiosity with structure.

The programme includes Pre-Primary, LKG, and UKG for children between the ages of three and six. At this stage, learning is thoughtfully designed to support cognitive development, emotional confidence, and social awareness.

Within a nurturing international school environment in Bangalore, children learn not only foundational skills but also how to participate in a community of learners.
Ages 3 to 6
A Confident and Joyful Start to Learning


The Early Years Section at Bangalore International School is where a child’s relationship with learning begins to take shape.

These first years of school are approached with both care and intention. Children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and express themselves in a warm, secure environment that balances curiosity with structure.

The programme includes Pre-Primary, LKG, and UKG for children between the ages of three and six. At this stage, learning is thoughtfully designed to support cognitive development, emotional confidence, and social awareness.

Within a nurturing international school environment in Bangalore, children learn not only foundational skills but also how to participate in a community of learners.


Our Approach in Early Years

Play-Based, Inquiry-Driven Learning

Children learn best through exploration. Activities are designed around play, discovery, and meaningful engagement with ideas.

Foundations in Literacy and Numeracy

Early reading, language development, and number sense are introduced through interactive and age-appropriate learning experiences.

Hands-On Exploration

Children investigate the world around them through stories, projects, sensory learning, and creative expression.

Integrated Arts and Expression

Visual arts, music, movement, and storytelling nurture imagination while strengthening communication and confidence.

Physical Development and Movement

Structured physical education sessions help children build coordination, balance, and healthy habits.

Social and Emotional Development

Daily routines encourage empathy, self-regulation, cooperation, and independence. These early skills form the foundation for positive classroom relationships.
Small class sizes, with two educators in each classroom, ensure that every child receives attentive guidance and encouragement.

Outcomes for Students

By the end of the Early Years programme, children demonstrate:

  • Emerging reading and numeracy readiness
  • Growing confidence in communication
  • Emotional self-awareness and self-regulation
  • Collaborative play and social interaction
  • Comfort within structured classroom environments
  • These early experiences help children transition smoothly into the Elementary Section, where curiosity and confidence continue to grow.

For families seeking a nurturing international Early Years programme in Bangalore, BIS provides both academic readiness and emotional security.

FAQs – Academics

What age groups are covered in the Early Years Section?

Early Years includes Pre-Primary, LKG, and UKG for children aged three to six.

Is the curriculum play-based or academic?

The programme is play-based yet structured, combining early literacy and numeracy with inquiry-driven learning.

What is the student-teacher ratio?

Each classroom has two educators to ensure individual attention and responsive support.

How is social-emotional learning supported?

Daily classroom routines and guided activities focus on communication, empathy, and emotional development.

Does Early Years prepare children for progression to an international curriculum?

Yes. The programme builds the confidence, independence, and academic readiness needed for the Elementary Section.