The term ‘early childhood care and education’ (ECCE) refers to a range of processes and mechanisms that sustain, support and aid in the holistic development of children, from birth to age 6 years. Due to the rapid neural connections, brain development and growth that take place at this age, this period is considered a critical window of opportunity for optimizing children’s development through the combined impact of education, care, health, nutrition, protection and stimulation early childhood care and education’ (ECCE) is the basic stage of human personality. The development fostered during this period acts as a foundation on which the structure of an individual’s personality is built (Sadu, 2004Good health, a safe and nurturing environment and the right kind of mental stimulations give a child a strong frame-work for growth. International experiences suggest that early interventions provide a unique opportunity to avoid future learning problems, including reduction in dropout at primary level in addition to enhanced literacy rate in the country.

Introduction of ECE Section in Miri Roshni School

The early years of child’s life (from birth to 6 years) are recognized as a vital stage in children’s physical, linguistic, intellectual and emotional development. In Miri Roshni School Early Childhood Education provides the foundation for development of life-long skills and all subsequent learning.