Elias De Carvalho
FS1 2026-27 Application
Meeting at JESS – Arabian Ranches
23 February 2026
Timeline (Emails & Events)
28 Sep 2023
Confirmation of application received from JESS
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30 Sep 2025
Invitation received for first Stay & Play
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20 Oct 2025
1st Stay and Play – Completed
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31 Oct 2025
18 Nov 2025
Nursery Visit – Completed
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03 Dec 2025
1st Follow-up email requesting update for Elias
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04 Dec 2025
2nd Stay and Play Invitation
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08 Dec 2025
2nd follow-up email requesting update for Elias
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05 Jan 2026
Reply from Ms Morris
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08 Jan 2026
2nd Stay and Play – Completed
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08 Feb 2026
13 Feb 2026
13 Feb 2026
3rd Stay and Play Invitation
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23 Feb 2026
3rd Stay and Play – Completed
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26 Feb 2026
JESS Arabian Ranches Offer Letter
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Elias's Recent Progress at Maple Bear
Key snippets from Ms. Maria's weekly reports showing Elias's social and language skills, aligned with EYFS Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED) areas — particularly Building Relationships, Self-Regulation, and Managing Self:
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- ✓ 12 Dec: Pretended an object was a camera at the slide bottom, directed friends ("Faris, say cheese!") and repeated for everyone — led creative group role-play Aligns with EYFS Building Relationships: initiating and leading play with peers, including others; supports Managing Self through confident, creative leadership in social contexts.
- ✓ 9 Jan: Noticed a peer not responding to the TA, proactively told teacher ("Miss Maria, he is not listening!") — showed keen observation & helpfulness Aligns with EYFS Building Relationships: showing sensitivity to others' needs and helping peers/adults; demonstrates Self-Regulation through proactive communication and understanding of group dynamics.
- ✓ 16 Jan: During storytime, identified baby picture as himself then confidently corrected ("No, I’m a big boy!") — asserted self-identity with pride Aligns with EYFS Managing Self: developing positive self-image, confidence, and independence; supports Building Relationships through clear, assertive communication of own identity.
- ✓ 23 Jan: Deep engagement with Hansel & Gretel story, pointed excitedly (“I want to go there!”) — imagination & following narrative Supports EYFS Building Relationships & Self-Regulation: enthusiastic engagement with group activities/stories fosters shared attention and emotional connection; shows emerging understanding of feelings in narratives (excitement, anticipation).
- ✓ 30 Jan: Invited teacher to play (“Ms. Maria, do you want to catch me?”) — confident social language Aligns with EYFS Building Relationships: seeking contact, forming positive attachments to adults, and showing confidence in social approaches; demonstrates Managing Self (confidence to try new interactions).
- ✓ 6 Feb: Role-played as host (“Who wants tea?” → “Okey Ms. Maria, I will prepare it!”) — excellent social initiative & language Aligns with EYFS Building Relationships: working and playing cooperatively, initiating positive interactions, and forming attachments; also supports Managing Self through confident, independent role-play.
- ✓ 13 Feb: Built shared birthday cakes with Faris, sang Happy Birthday, offered cake to teacher (“Do you want one?”) — showing sharing & hospitality Aligns with EYFS Building Relationships: forming positive friendships, cooperating with peers, showing sensitivity to others' needs, and taking turns/sharing resources.
- ✓ 20 Feb: Warned teacher about mosquitoes and guided her away ("Ms. Maria, go out, there is mosquito!") — protective & responsible Aligns with EYFS Building Relationships: showing care and empathy for others' safety; supports Self-Regulation and Managing Self through applying rules, responsibility, and clear verbal warnings to protect adults/peers.
Elias in Action at Maple Bear
Selected snapshots highlighting secure attachments, group confidence, focused multi-step activities, and independent engagement — directly supporting EYFS PSED progress and readiness for FS1.
Warm shared reading & joyful engagement (Penguin story with dad)
Confidence in group presentation & leadership (Circle time / storyboard sharing)
Sustained focus & following multi-step instructions (Pom-pom orbit craft)
Independent cognitive task & enjoyment of structured learning (Fruit/veggie matching)
Questions for Discussion
- ? Could you share specific examples from the stay-and-play sessions (e.g., around sharing or following instructions) to help us support Elias more effectively at home?
- ? Building on the feedback about sharing and following instructions, what observable progress in EYFS PSED areas (e.g., Self-Regulation for following multi-step directions, or Building Relationships for turn-taking/sharing) would confirm readiness for FS1?
- ? What’s the expected timeline for feedback and decision after today’s session?
- ? If offered a place, how can we best prepare Elias for a smooth start, particularly in areas like sharing resources and responding to group instructions?
Our Commitment to JESS
- ✓ Early application in Sep 2023 with corporate debenture (Emirates).
- ✓ Completed all sessions (3 Stay & Plays, Nursery Visit) and follow-ups.
- ✓ Local in Arabian Ranches 3 — excited for Elias to join this outstanding community.
Prepared by Bernardo De Carvalho & Elaine Yao • 23 February 2026