At AISY, we believe the early years set the pattern for everything that follows. Our Preschool program — PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten, for children ages 3 to 5 — gives young scholars a warm, unhurried start: curious, confident, and genuinely ready for what comes next. In small classes, every child is known by name, supported at their own pace, and celebrated for who they are.
A nurturing place to begin
We teach an authentic American early-years curriculum, play-based and inquiry-driven, where young children learn by doing — building, creating, questioning, and discovering alongside caring teachers who guide every step. Small class sizes mean no child is lost in the crowd. Your child will be seen, heard, and genuinely known — from day one.
Our teachers are experienced early-years professionals who understand that confidence in a three-year-old looks different from confidence in a five-year-old. They observe, listen, and respond to each child’s readiness, creating a classroom that feels safe enough to take risks and joyful enough to keep coming back.
Building readiness, the whole-child way
The early years are about far more than letters and numbers. At AISY, we nurture six interlocking areas of development that prepare scholars for elementary school — and for life:
- Social & emotional growth — Independence, empathy, and the skills to make friends and resolve disagreements with kindness.
- Language & literacy — A rich vocabulary, a love of stories, and the building blocks of reading and writing.
- Mathematical thinking — Number sense, pattern recognition, and problem-solving through hands-on play and real materials.
- Scientific inquiry — Curiosity turned into method: observing, predicting, experimenting, and sharing findings.
- Approaches to learning — Persistence, creativity, and the ability to focus — skills that matter in every classroom, every year.
- Physical development — Fine and gross motor skills, body confidence, and healthy habits through movement and outdoor play.
Specialist enrichment from the start
Every week, Preschool scholars join dedicated specialist classes in Physical Education, Music, and Art. These sessions broaden horizons, spark new passions, and give children a sense of what it means to be part of a school community — not just a classroom.
A day with rhythm and room to explore
Structure and freedom both matter for young children. A typical Preschool day moves through circle time, core learning activities, specialist classes, outdoor play, a quiet rest after lunch, and group reflection — giving scholars the security of a predictable routine alongside the space to follow their curiosity.
Progress you can see
We track each child’s growth through careful observation, teacher notes, photographs, and learning portfolios — not tests. Families receive regular updates so you always know what your child is discovering, building, and becoming.
Settling in with confidence
Starting school is a big moment. Our orientation visits and gradual entry process are designed to make the transition gentle: for your child and for you. By the time children move to Kindergarten and then to Grade 1, they carry with them not just the academic foundations, but the self-regulation, independence, and team spirit that make elementary school an exciting next step.
Backed by a legacy your family can trust
AISY is a branch of the American International School of Jeddah, established 1952 — a U.S.-accredited school (Middle States; member of CIS and NESA) that families have trusted for over 70 years. That same standard of care and teaching comes to Yanbu’s Preschool, inside a 10,000+ sqm campus in Radwa 1, Royal Commission, on the Red Sea coast. From your child’s very first day, they belong to that legacy.
Come and see it for yourself. Book a tour — meet our teachers, walk the learning spaces, and let your child feel at home before the first day of school. Ready to secure your child’s place? Apply now — admissions are open year-round, so there’s no deadline pressure.
Questions first? Contact our admissions team at admissions@aisy.edu.sa or +966 53 039 7696. We’re happy to help.