Key Stage 1 & 2 (Years 1–6)

At Edison International Academy Dahl Al Hamam, students follow the National Curriculum of England, which provides a clear, structured programme from Year 1 to Year 6.

Primary School – British Curriculum

Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2 (Year 1 to Year 6)

Our Primary School follows the National Curriculum of England, providing a clear, structured, and progressive programme of learning from Year 1 through to Year 6.

The curriculum is designed to support students’ academic development while also building confidence, independence, and essential learning skills.

What Are Key Stages?
  • Key Stage 1 (KS1): Year 1 and Year 2
  • Key Stage 2 (KS2): Year 3 to Year 6

Each Key Stage is carefully planned to ensure continuity and progression, with learning becoming more challenging as students move through the school.

Curriculum Focus

The Primary curriculum places strong emphasis on:

  • English, Mathematics, and Science
  • the development of essential learning and life skills
  • critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication
  • preparing students for the next stage of their education

Through a balanced and supportive approach, students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.

Core Subjects

English

Students develop strong communication and literacy skills through:

  • Confident speaking, listening, reading, and writing
  • Understanding a wide range of texts, including fiction and non-fiction
  • Expressing ideas clearly and effectively in speech and writing
  • Developing vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills

Reading is a central focus, supporting academic success, communication, and personal development across the curriculum.

Mathematics

Students build secure mathematical understanding and skills in:

  • Number, place value, and calculation
  • Problem-solving and logical thinking
  • Mathematical reasoning and explanation
  • Applying maths to real-life situations

Mathematics develops accuracy, confidence, and analytical thinking, preparing students for further learning across subjects.

Science

Students develop scientific knowledge and enquiry skills by:

  • Exploring scientific concepts and processes
  • Planning and carrying out simple investigations
  • Observing, questioning, and drawing conclusions
  • Understanding how science relates to everyday life

Science encourages curiosity, logical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Social Studies  (Integrated)

Students explore elements of:

  • Geography and History
  • Basic scientific and environmental concepts
  • People, places, cultures, and global awareness

This integrated approach helps students develop general knowledge, cultural understanding, and an awareness of how societies and environment function.

Additional Subjects

In line with the British Curriculum, students also study:

  • ICT
  • Physical Education
  • Art
  • French

These subjects support students’ physical wellbeing, creativity, communication skills, and digital understanding.