Early Education Center at a Glance
About EEC
The three Early Education Centres serve children aged 6 months through to 3 years. The centres deliver quality programmes in which both the care and education of the children is of the highest order. Learning is hands on, engaging and fun.
Qualified teachers and teaching assistants work together through the Creative Curriculum (developed and published by Teaching Strategies, Washington, USA) to provide stimulating, individualized and developmentally appropriate programming for all children who attend the EEC centres. The program is bilingual with both Arabic and English languages being the focus.
The Early Education Centre is accredited by the International Council of Schools (ICS) and New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and uses the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards as its guidelines to creating, promoting and sustaining programs that advance and ensure quality early childhood education in Qatar.
Learning
The three Qatar Academy Early Education Centers offer opportunities for every child aged 6 months to 3 years to learn in safe and nurturing
environments through a play-based curriculum. We believe that practices grounded in research support the growth of social, emotional,
physical and cognitive development in young learners.
Teaching and learning in classrooms is driven by our Image of Child, which link to the IB Learner profile.
We believe that children are: Unique, Capable, Risk-Takers, Social, Curious, Persistent, Sensory, Creative, Researchers and Communicators.
We recognize the importance of forming partnerships with families to build home-school connections, in the best interest of the child.
Centers Coordinator
Welcome to our Early Education Center where your child’s growth and development is our priority.
We believe that every child is unique and precious, that’s why we place them at the heart of everything we do.
At our Early Education Center we embrace best practices in early childhood education and instill positive discipline techniques to ensure your child’s development in a loving and respectful environment where he is challenged through a diverse range of enriching learning experiences.
Our dedicated team of experienced teachers is committed to ongoing professional growth through regular educational workshops.They integrate regular assessments and evaluations to customize the education to every child’s needs, ensuring the highest quality of learning.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our dual-language instruction, embracing both English and Arabic languages along with the values of Islamic faith.
We deeply value the partnership with parents, recognizing the importance of collaboration between home and school for your child’s overall growth and success.
Join us in this exciting journey of nurturing young minds, where your child’s individuality is celebrated, and their potential is limitless. Rest assured that when your children become a part of our center, they are not just joining an educational facility, but a warm, nurturing family where they will find their second home.
Joceline Samarani
Early Education Centers Coordinator
Associate Director
Welcome to Early Education Center!
We are delighted to have you visit our website and discover the wonderful world of early education. At the Early Education Center, we believe that a child’s early years are the foundation for lifelong learning and success. We are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential.
Our center is designed to cater to the unique needs of children aged 6 months – 3 years old. We are your child’s earliest educational center in the QF Schools community. An EEC educational experience gives your child early access to the developmental advantages and benefits of a stimulating and enriching QF Schools learning journey. As a dynamic network QF Schools are uniquely positioned to offer an inclusive educational experience for all learners. Our benefit from a world class educational ecosystem.
Why Choose our Early Education Center
- Experienced and Dedicated Educators: Our team of passionate educators are highly trained in early childhood education. They are committed to fostering a love of learning, promoting social-emotional development, and nurturing each child’s individual strengths.
- Play-Based Learning: We believe that children learn best through play. Our curriculum incorporates hands-on activities, creative exploration, and interactive experiences, allowing children to learn and grow in a fun and engaging environment.
- Safe and Stimulating Environment: Your child’s safety is our top priority. Our center is equipped with state-of-the-art security measures, ensuring a secure and protected space. We have thoughtfully designed classrooms, age-appropriate learning materials, and outdoor play areas that inspire curiosity and imagination.
- Comprehensive Programs: We offer a range of programs tailored to each developmental stage. From infant care, toddler and junior programs, we provide age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
- Parent Engagement: We believe in establishing a strong partnership between parents and educators. We encourage open communication, regular updates, and parent involvement in our activities and events. We value your input and strive to create a collaborative learning community.
- Enrichment Opportunities: In addition to our core curriculum, we offer various enrichment activities such as music, art, language development, and physical fitness. We wholeheartedly support and celebrate our local values, language, and culture. Through meaningful curriculum integration and community engagement, we strive to nurture and foster holistic approach to childhood development. Our approach will further enhance your child’s learning experience, development confidence through a strong sense of self and belonging.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our programs, curriculum, facilities, and the enrollment process. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions or to schedule a tour of our center. We look forward to welcoming you and your child to the Early Education Center Community, where education and fun go hand in hand!
Together, let’s lay the foundation for a bright future!
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Kennedy
Pedagogical Leadership Team
Joceline t. Samarani
Centers Coordinator
jsamarani@qf.org.qa
Pedagogical Leadership Team
Ashwaaq J. Abdilahi
HQ & QAD Lead Teacher
aabdilahi@qf.org.qa
Pedagogical Leadership Team
Da’ad M. Batayneh
Lead Teacher – EEC – QAD
dbataineh@qf.org.qa
At the EEC, an environment is created where each child’s language, culture and diversity are deeply respected and celebrated. Our staff is
inspired by each child’s passion, their natural curiosity to make sense of the world around them. We respect and acknowledge each child as an
individual learner and value their uniqueness.
Our centers promote opportunities for parents and children to engage in events that promote learning and fun.
New for the 2023/2024 school year is the addition of Monthly Sports Day and Messy Play Days. Please look at our EEC Community Planner. The possibilities are endless!
We enjoy our parents visiting school for events such as Teddy Bear Picnic, Sports Day, Story Book Character Day, National Day, Little Chef Day and even International Dinosaur Day! Each year the EEC promotes children’s creativity and expression through our now famous Arts Week and Gallery Walk.
EEC is a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
Co-curricular
At the EEC, an environment is created where each child’s language, culture and diversity are deeply respected and celebrated. Our staff is inspired by each child’s passion, their natural curiosity to make sense of the world around them. We respect and acknowledge each child as an individual learner and value their uniqueness.
Our centers promote opportunities for parents and children to engage in events that promote leaning and fun.
The EEC special Thursdays are a fun way of promoting learning concepts such as colors, science, math’s, nature. On “Special Thursdays” we encourage children to bring or wear an item from home. It’s a wonderful opportunity for parents to engage with their children and promote language and learning around a particular concept. Balloon day is when we discuss the concepts of air, bring a plant day is when we talk about living things and the cycle of growth. The possibilities are endless!
We enjoy our parents visiting school for events such as Dads Day, Sports Day, Story Book Character Day, National Day and Math Day. Each year the EEC promotes children’s creativity and expression through our now famous Gallery Walk. This is an event not to be missed.
We offer opportunities for parent goal setting meetings, progress reports, portfolio sharing to demonstrate through our documentation how children’s learning and development progresses.
Communications
Teachers will communicate with you on a regular basis – verbally, through Daily Connect or in writing – regarding information about your child’s day (eating, toileting, sleeping, etc.).
To foster our parent – center partnership, we invite you to talk with your child’s teacher regularly about your child’s experiences and developments. Communication and continuity between home and the EEC helps to provide a more comfortable experience for your child. Changes at home (e.g., one parent travels, illness in the family, moving houses, when you stop breast or bottle feeding, a parent changes jobs, etc.) often leads to changes in behaviour.
We can care for and work better with your child if we are aware of the changes at home. The more familiar we are with your family, the more understanding, supportive and helpful we can be.
Forms and Publications
At the EEC we believe that children are valuable members of society. The EEC leads the way in creating, promoting, and sustaining programs that advance and ensure quality early childhood education in Qatar.
We value open and honest communication and recognize its importance when working as a team.
Staff will work together with parents to support each child’s learning.
The EEC School Parent Handbook is a valuable tool and recommended reading for any current or potential parent at EEC.
EEC Handbook EEC Nurse’s Medical HandbookFacilities
The Early Childhood Center is a state of the art facility. It is resourced with the most up-to-the-minute, innovative, and exciting resources, which have been sourced from all over the world. The facility invites creativity, promotes enquiry, and enables children to enjoy learning.
