Early childhood development

Yerevan, 22 July 2023 - In coordination with the RA Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports (MoESCS), and the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Tavush regional authorities and other partners, and with the financial support of the European Union, UNICEF opened a new preschool center in Dovegh settlement of…

Yerevan, 1 June 2023 - In coordination with the RA Ministries of Education, Science, Culture and Sports (MoESCS), and the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Lori regional authorities and other partners, and with the financial support of the European Union, UNICEF opened a new preschool center in Chkalov settlement of…

Accessible and quality preschool education plays a critical role in children’s development, paving the way for future success at school and in life. Through this analysis, conducted with the support of the Global Partnership for Education and in partnership with the RA Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports and the Asian Development…

Yerevan, 11 November 2022 - In coordination with the RA Ministries of Education, Science, Culture and Sports (MoESCS), and of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Lori regional authorities and other partners, and with the support of the European Union, UNICEF opened two new preschool centers in Katnarat settlement of Tashir consolidated…

“Harthashen's dream of having a preschool in the community is finally a reality!” announced the master of ceremonies on that July morning, inviting the Head of Community and me to cut the ceremonial red ribbon for the official opening of this new service for the little members of the village. It was a truly inspiring and exciting moment. As UNICEF…, “Harthashen's dream of having a preschool in the community is finally a reality!”

This guide starts with a description of the kit content and guidelines and ideas on specific activities using the content. The module also contains guidance on psychosocial activities and on how to create an inclusive class environment. This publication is part of a series of manuals that provide training and curricular guidance on UNICEF…

It was my second time in Lori region, and considering the sunny summer weather, the abundance of greenery in the valleys, and the anticipation of children's smiles, I knew it wasn’t going to be just an ordinary day. I knew well that we were doing something important and extraordinary for children and, as a member of UNICEF family, I was proud of…

YEREVAN, 8 July 2022 – With the financial support of the European Union and in coordination with the RA Ministries of Education, Science, Culture and Sports, and of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Lori regional authorities and other partners, UNICEF established two new preschool services in Antaramut settlement of Pambak…

Probably many of you in your childhood have played a game like 'zilina'. In my country a famous game for young children is '1, 2, 3, stella'. What if I told you games like this could change the world? It may sound impossible, but UNICEF is here to prove that it’s not! Աղջիկը մանկապարտեզում նկարում է գրատախտակին This is little Mariam. In this photo…

YEREVAN, 28 June 2022 – With the financial support of the European Union and in coordination with the RA Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports, the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure regional authorities and other partners, UNICEF opened three new preschool services in Hartashen, Karashen and Khoznavar…

SYUNIK, 23 March 2021 – UNICEF Representative Christine Weigand and Head of Tegh consolidated community David Gulunts signed a cooperation agreement in Syunik, joining efforts to establish two new early learning centers in Karashen and Khoznavar settlements of Tegh community with the financial support of the European Union in Armenia. “Children in…

The challenge, Early childhood is a crucial phase of growth and development as experiences during early childhood can influence outcomes across the entire course of an individual’s life. For all children, early childhood provides an important window of opportunity to prepare the foundation for life-long learning and participation, while preventing potential…, The solution, UNICEF acknowledges the crucial role that early education and care play in providing every child a fair start in life. Thus, we push at making a shift from early learning pilot projects to universal access to inclusive early childhood education, which should ideally start at age 3, especially for the most disadvantaged children. Our first target…, In line with the SDG target UNICEF Armenia aims to, Ալյոնան նստած է սեղանի շուրջ և խաղումէ փայտյա գունավոր բլոկներով։ Improve the quality and availability of preschool education services, with focus on increased enrollment of vulnerable children. Մանկապարտեզում երեխաները խաղում են միմյանց հետ՝ մեկը մյուսին փոխանցելով գնդակը։ Strengthen the capacity of the education system to reach out to all young…, Unfinished Agenda, In early childhood development and learning the clear trend internationally is to invest in preschool for three year olds, and provide it universally – for all children – not just a small proportion with high levels of need. UNICEF Armenia continue to advocate for the provision of at least one year of free and compulsory pre-school education so…