ISB Foundation Stage Early Years
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Foundation
Stage (KG)

A magical time of curiosity, joyful play, and meaningful growth — building the strongest roots for a lifetime of learning.

Scroll to explore
Saleema Ali Ellibedi - Head of Foundation Stage
Head of Foundation Stage

Saleema Ali Ellibedi

Shaping the Beginning

At the International School Benghazi, our Foundation Stage plays a vital role in shaping the beginning of every child’s learning journey. We believe that early childhood is a time of discovery, curiosity, and growth — where children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships.

Our goal is to create a safe, joyful, and stimulating environment that nurtures each child’s confidence, creativity, and love for learning. Our dedicated educators work closely with families to ensure each child flourishes.

ISB Early Years Team

Nurturing Confident Young Minds

Our Educational Philosophy

Nurturing Growth Through Play

Discovery & Play

Hands-on exploration that sparks early problem-solving, cognitive development, and natural curiosity.

Joyful Environment

Warm, supportive relationships that provide a secure home-away-from-home where every child feels valued.

Independence & Confidence

Guiding learners to become kind friends, self-reliant thinkers, and enthusiastic explorers of their world.

Hands-On Learning

Specialized Activity Centers

Carefully crafted spaces designed to nurture cognitive, social, creative, and physical development.

Play & Discovery Center

Play & Discovery Center

Children naturally learn best when they can experiment, touch, and explore. Our dedicated discovery zone focuses on developing fine motor coordination, spatial awareness, and problem-solving through engaging, tactile materials.

  • Interactive learning stations
  • Cognitive development games
  • Fine motor coordination
Art Center

Art & Creativity Center

Creativity flourishes here as young children express their thoughts through colors, textures, and sensory crafts. The Art Center encourages limitless imagination while refining hand-eye coordination.

  • Sensory painting & sculpting
  • Creative self-expression
  • Texture & color exploration
Library Center

Library & Morning Circle

Fostering a lifelong love for storytelling and books from the very beginning. Our daily Morning Circle integrates phonics, English vocabulary development, and sharing routines that build lasting confidence.

  • Early phonics & literacy
  • Morning circle greeting routine
  • Rich illustrated picture books

Physical Play Area

Developing gross motor balance, coordination, and healthy activity habits.

Culinary & Science

Fun sensory activities introducing measurements, shapes, and textures.

Morning Circle Time

A cheerful morning routine to greet classmates and set a positive tone for the day.

Give Your Child the Perfect Start

Join the ISB Foundation Stage community and watch your child flourish in an environment of kindness, discovery, and joy.