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Pre-Nursery
From 12 monthsA gentle first step into school. Sensory play, songs, movement and plenty of cuddles while children settle in and make their first friends.
Preschool · Activity Center · F-7/4
Where little friends explore, grow & learn.
Friends School Islamabad is a warm, play based school in the heart of F-7, where every child is known by name, their feelings are taken seriously, and curiosity is given room to bloom.
🌱Play-based learning
💛Emotional wellbeing
👩🏫Small, caring classes
Explore
Hands in the sand, eyes on the sky. Children ask questions, test ideas and discover the world through play, nature and stories.
Grow
Confidence, kindness and friendship grow side by side. We nurture the whole child: social, emotional and physical.
Learn
Strong foundations in language, numbers and thinking, built step by step at each child's own pace.
About us
Happy, secure children learn best
Friends School is a preschool and activity center for children aged 12 months to 5+ years. Everything we do starts from one belief: children thrive when they feel safe, known and happy.
Each day balances early literacy and numeracy with play, stories, art and time outdoors. Emotional wellbeing is part of every day, not a separate subject: children learn to name their feelings, solve problems together and treat one another with kindness. Our aim is for every child to leave us confident, curious and ready for primary school.
- Small groups, so every child gets real attention
- Learning through play, stories, art and the outdoors
- Wellbeing built into the day, guided by a trained therapist
Programmes
A place to grow at every age
For children from 12 months to 5+ years. From first steps away from home to confident young learners, each stage is designed around how children actually develop.
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Nursery
Early yearsLetters, sounds and numbers through hands-on activities, with art, storytelling and outdoor play building language and independence.
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Kindergarten
Up to 5+ yearsEarly reading, writing and maths take shape. Children grow ready for primary school with confidence, focus and curiosity.
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Camps & Trips
Activity CenterSensory play, outings and themed holiday camps like Space Academy, where children learn by exploring the world around them.
Our approach
Happy children make brilliant learners
Four ideas guide everything we do, from how we set up a classroom to how we talk with your child at the gate.
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Learning through play
Play is serious work for young children. Our classrooms are arranged into learning corners where children build, pretend, count, read and create.
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Feelings matter
With a therapist at the heart of the school, we help children recognise and manage big emotions, build resilience and form healthy friendships.
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Small groups, big attention
Low teacher-to-child ratios mean we notice the little things: who needs a challenge, who needs encouragement, and who needs a quiet moment.
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Parents as partners
You know your child best. Regular updates, open conversations and parent sessions keep home and school growing in the same direction.
A day with us
What a happy school day looks like
Predictable routines help young children feel secure, with plenty of room for surprises along the way.
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Hello circle
Warm welcomes, a morning song and talking about how we feel today.
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Learning centres
Focused time for phonics, numbers and discovery in small groups.
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Snack & outdoors
A healthy snack, then fresh air, running, climbing and sharing.
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Story & arts
Stories, painting, music and drama to spark imagination.
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Goodbye circle
Reflecting on the day and celebrating something we're proud of.
Activity Center
After school, the fun keeps growing
Our Activity Center runs after-school clubs and holiday camps where children try new things, build skills and make new friends.
☀️ Ask us about our themed summer camps, like Space Academy, and our trips. Spaces are limited so every child gets proper attention.
Enquire about activities →
🎨Art & CraftPainting, clay and making things
🎭Story & DramaPuppets, role play and stage confidence
🎵Music & MovementRhythm, songs and dance
🌻Little GardenersPlanting, growing and caring for nature
🧱Build & DiscoverSTEM play, blocks and simple science
🤝Friendship CirclesSocial skills and feelings in small groups
A note from our founder
As a therapist and a teacher, I have seen how much a child can achieve when they feel safe and understood. I started Friends School so that children in Islamabad could have a place where learning and wellbeing grow together, where every child is welcomed as a friend, and where parents are part of the journey.Eman NiaziFounder, Friends School Islamabad
Admissions
Joining Friends School is easy
We would love to meet you and your child. Here's how it works.
- Get in touchSend the enquiry form, call or message us on WhatsApp.
- Visit the schoolTour our classrooms, meet the teachers and ask anything.
- Play & meet sessionYour child spends a relaxed session with us so we can get to know them.
- Welcome to the familyComplete the forms and we'll plan a gentle settling-in period together.
Visit us
Come and say hello
We're on a quiet residential street in Sector F-7/4. Visits are by appointment so we can give you our full attention.
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AddressHouse No. 12, Street No. 49, Sector F-7/4, Islamabad
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Phone & WhatsApp+92 345 5104499
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School hoursMonday to Thursday, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
Friday, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Friday, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm