At Dar Al Marefa, we combine the principles of the IB Primary Years Programme with our unique approach to bilingual education. Children are introduced to both Arabic and English from the earliest years, promoting cultural understanding and communication skills. Our inquiry-driven curriculum ensures that every child is encouraged to explore, create, and thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Programme Introduction
IB Early Years
A nurturing start that inspires curiosity, creativity, and confidence in young learners. Our Early Years programme blends play, inquiry, and exploration to build essential skills and foster a lifelong love of learning.
The Importance
of Play
Learning through exploration, imagination, and joyful discovery.
Play is at the heart of our inquiry-based teaching philosophy. Through purposeful play, children develop essential cognitive, social, and emotional skills. Whether building, creating, or role-playing, every learning experience is designed to enhance problem-solving abilities, spark imagination, and build positive learning experiences that last a lifetime.
A Learning Space
Designed for Growth
Our classrooms are carefully designed to stimulate young minds and provide a balance of structure and freedom. Learning centres encourage hands-on exploration, while collaborative spaces support the development of social skills and teamwork. Every element of the environment is intentionally created to promote inquiry, independence, and joyful discovery.
Inquiry-based learning in action
Inquiry-based learning in action
Inquiry-based learning in action
Our Approach at
Dar Al Marefa
Empowering students through bilingual learning and inquiry-driven education.
The
Early Learner
Nurturing curiosity, independence, and a love for discovery from the very beginning.
In the PYP Early Years, children are not just learners—they are inquirers, thinkers, and communicators who actively construct their understanding of the world. Our focus is on helping them develop the attitudes and attributes that will shape their future learning journeys. With guidance from skilled educators, children build the confidence to express ideas, ask meaningful questions, and develop a deep love for learning that extends beyond the classroom.