Abstract

Studies have observed from every angle the broad social perspectives of early childhood education. Hence, the present paper aims to examine the government's early childhood education syllabus with a specific reference to appropriateness, attainability, balance, and relevance in Addis Ababa, Arada city administration. The researcher deployed a qualitative content analysis evaluation approach and interview. Out of 10 sub-cities, the researcher selected by purposive sampling method one sub-city (Arada). In the Arada sub-city, there were 15 primary schools (government). However, the researcher selected by simple random sampling method only four of them: Africa Andnet No 1, Genet KG, Melkam Ermjachin, and Meskerem, However, by using a simple random sampling method for interviews two teachers, one director, and one supervisor from each preschool were selected. In addition, one coordinator and one expert have participated from Addis Ababa Educational Bureau. In general, 18 participants participated. Hence, the major findings are; that the syllabus does not include play, music, and aesthetics as major themes. Further, it lacks appropriateness, attainability, balance, and relevance. In conclusion, the school management, teachers, students, and all stakeholders are expected to ensure the Appropriateness, Attainability, Balance, and Relevance of Early Childhood. Finally, it was recommended that MoE, Addis Ababa Educational Bureau, and school communities improve the early childhood education curriculum.