Early Childhood
Our Early Childhood Center provides concrete learning experiences in literacy, numeracy, creativity, and social and physical development.
A warm welcome from our Principal
The early years are filled with wonder, discovery, and remarkable growth. Every new experience, friendship, and accomplishment helps shape the foundation for a child’s future. At CDIS, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment where every child is encouraged to explore, grow, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Our Early Childhood Center serves children from Preschool through Kindergarten with developmentally appropriate experiences that foster academic, social, emotional, physical, and language development. Through purposeful play, hands-on learning, and meaningful interactions, our students build the confidence and foundational skills they need for success in elementary school and beyond.
We believe that every child is unique. Our caring teachers take the time to know each learner, celebrate their strengths, and support their individual growth. Small class sizes allow us to provide personalized attention while creating a classroom community where children feel safe, valued, and confident to try new things.
One of the greatest gifts of our international community is the opportunity for children to learn alongside classmates from diverse cultures and backgrounds. As they grow together, they develop empathy, respect, kindness, and an appreciation for the perspectives and experiences of others.
We know that parents are a child’s first and most important teachers. By working in partnership with families, we create a strong and supportive community that helps children flourish during these important early years.
Thank you for considering Chengdu International School for your family. It is our privilege to walk alongside you as your child begins their educational journey, and we look forward to welcoming you into our caring and vibrant learning community.
Warmly,
Beulah Camain
Interim ECC Principal
Bringing the curriculum to life
Playgroup
We offer a special time for parents and children, up to three years old, to come and enjoy playing and learning together. This program is designed to help these little ones acclimate to learning in a school setting, so the transition to the next level will be smooth and natural. This program is offered once a week at no cost to parents.
Foundations
Our Foundations Program is for children who are at least three years old. This program emphasizes quality literature and storytelling throughout the year. Children grow in an oral language-rich environment and are given opportunities to explore and discover through play. Our three year-olds have an enriching experience that integrates math, science, and reading at a developmentally appropriate level.
Junior-Kindergarten
Our Junior-Kindergarten Program is for children who are at least four years old. In Pre-Kindergarten, we teach a developmentally appropriate curriculum that emphasizes quality literature. Children spend part of their day learning oral language skills through play and singing, and part of their day gaining academic skills in reading, math, and science through enriching activities and creative expression.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten continues oral language development and emphasizes academic skills. Our Kindergarten is for children who are at least five years old. We use scientifically based curriculum that emphasizes best teaching practices in language arts, reading, math, and science. Our Kindergarten students also participate in Mandarin Chinese lessons each day and explore the world of art, music, and physical education.
Our Early Childhood teaching team
Connie Guo
ECC Specialist Teaching Assistant
Grow academically and beyond
Ready to receive the highest quality education in a warm, caring and encouraging community?