Year 0 – Foundation Stage at Iqtidor International School
Year 0 at Iqtidor International School is designed to give our youngest learners the strongest possible start in their educational journey. At this stage, children explore, discover, and grow through carefully planned activities that develop their language, curiosity, character, and social skills.
Our Approach
We follow a play-based, inquiry-focused, and child-centered approach. Every lesson is designed to help children express themselves, build confidence, and learn through meaningful, hands-on experiences. Our teachers guide students with warmth, patience, and professionalism, ensuring each child feels safe, valued, and encouraged.
Year 0 pupils at Iqtidor International School
What Students Learn in Year 0
Our Year 0 program nurtures development across key early-learning areas:- Early Literacy & Language Development (Nutq va til, aktyorlik mahorati)
- Learning sounds and letters, building vocabulary, listening skills, and early speaking confidence in both Uzbek , Russian and English.
- Early Mathematics & Problem Solving (Boshlang'ich matematika)
- Recognizing numbers, shapes, patterns, quantities and developing logical thinking through games and activities
- Creativity & Imagination (Tasviriy san'at, Musiqa, Qiziqarli tajribalar)
- Art, music, crafts, storytelling, and creative play that build expression and confidence
- Social & Emotional Growth (Shaxmat, Tarbiya)
- Learning to share, take turns, communicate feelings, participate in group tasks, and build early friendships
- Physical Development (Jismoniy tarbiya)
- Fine and gross motor skills through play, movement, outdoor activities, and child-friendly exercises.
Why Parents Trust Our Year 0 Program
- Warm, caring, and highly qualified early-years teachers
- Safe and stimulating classrooms designed for young learners
- Small group sizes for individual attention
- Daily routines that support healthy habits, independence, and discipline
- Strong character-building focus aligned with our school’s values: Clarity, Courage, Contribution and Conduct
A Day in Year 0
A typical day includes a balance of:- Morning social time
- Literacy and numeracy activities
- Creative centers
- Outdoor play
- Music, movement, and story time
- Snack and rest periods
- Character-building mini-lessons
Our Goal
To prepare each child socially, emotionally, and academically for Year 1 – while ensuring they enjoy school, feel loved, and develop a joyful curiosity about the world.