Kindergarten & Preschool in Limassol
A warm, confident start to school life.
At Golden Oak in Agios Athanasios, children aged 3–6 learn in English through play, stories and discovery. Our Kindergarten, Pre-Reception and Reception classes nurture confidence, friendships and the foundations for Primary School.
Play, belonging and purposeful learning — every day.
The right stage for your child
From first friendships to school readiness, each stage builds on the last.
Kindergarten
A gentle start to school routines, friendships and language through active play.
Pre-Reception
Growing communication, independence and early reading and number skills.
Reception
Building literacy, numeracy and confidence for the move into Primary.
Reception follows the Cambridge International Curriculum. Kindergarten and Pre-Reception follow a developmental Early Years programme that prepares children for this next stage.
Learning through play and discovery
Stories, making, movement and hands-on exploration connect every area of learning. Teachers guide each child’s next steps while making room for questions and imagination.
Communication & Listening
Stories, conversation, songs and role play help children speak, listen and understand with growing confidence.
Early Reading & Writing
Phonics, books and creative mark-making build vocabulary, comprehension and early literacy.
Numbers & Reasoning
Counting, shapes, patterns and practical challenges develop mathematical thinking and problem-solving.
Understanding the World
Nature, science and everyday experiences encourage observation, questioning and discovery.
Art, Music & Imagination
Children express ideas through art, music, movement and dramatic play.
Movement & Friendships
Active play, routines and collaboration build coordination, independence, empathy and friendships.
Curiosity, conversation and shared discovery.
Growing friendships and independence
Through nurturing relationships with adults and peers, children learn to recognise and manage their emotions, develop confidence and form positive attachments. Play encourages cooperation, empathy and respect.
Confidence. Developing independence and self-awareness.
Cooperation. Learning to work together and respect others.
Friendship. Building relationships through play and shared activities.
Your Early Years questions, answered.
Which class is right for my child?
Kindergarten is for ages 3–4, Pre-Reception for ages 4–5 and Reception for ages 5–6. Contact admissions to confirm the appropriate entry class under the school’s age requirements.
What are the school hours and term dates?
The published 2026/27 standard day for Kindergarten and Preschool is 07:30–16:30, Monday to Friday, from September to July. Optional paid provision runs until 17:30; please confirm availability and the arrangement for your child. See our school hours guide for details.
Are meals and transport available?
Hot lunch is an optional extra, available on request. School bus transport is available from age 4. Please ask admissions about current routes, availability, meal arrangements and charges.
How do children prepare for Primary School?
Play and teacher-guided activities develop language, early literacy, numeracy and independence. The 2026/27 Parent Handbook states that Cambridge begins in Reception; younger children follow a developmental Early Years programme.
How can we visit or apply?
Book a school tour to see the classrooms and meet the team. Our admissions page explains the next steps.
Come and meet Golden Oak
See the Early Years classrooms, meet our team and talk about your child’s first steps.