Playgroup, Nursery, KG and Prep: early-years classes explained
Lahore schools use different names and ages for their early-years classes. Before comparing schools, check which class your child’s age fits at each one.
The common class names
The number of early-years classes and the names vary by school, so a child may join “Nursery” at one campus and “KG” at another at the same age.
- Playgroup — often the first year of school.
- Pre-Nursery and Nursery — the next steps; some schools use only one of these names.
- Kindergarten (KG) and Prep — the year or years before Grade 1.
Age cut-offs
Each school sets a minimum age for each class on a given date. Ask for the cut-off date and the age required for the class you are applying to — a few weeks can decide which class your child joins.
What to look for in an early-years programme
- Class size and the number of adults in each room.
- A safe, clean space with shaded outdoor play.
- Play-based learning, reading aloud and early numeracy.
- Toilet, nap and snack routines suited to young children.
- How the school settles new children in the first weeks.
- Whether the child can continue to Grade 1 and beyond on the same campus.
This guide is general information. Fees, dates and requirements differ between schools — confirm current details with the campus before making a decision or payment.