Our Nursery Program Philosophy
Our Nursery program is built on the belief that children learn best through play and exploration. We provide a safe and nurturing space where young learners can develop their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills at their own pace. Our experienced and dedicated teachers act as facilitators, guiding children's natural curiosity and fostering a love for learning from an early age.
We emphasize a child-centered approach, recognizing the unique individuality of each child. Our curriculum is designed to be engaging, interactive, and developmentally appropriate, incorporating a blend of structured activities and free play. We aim to create a joyful and stimulating environment where children feel secure, valued, and eager to learn.
Key Aspects of Our Teaching Methodology:
- Play-Based Learning: Integrating play into all aspects of the curriculum to make learning fun and engaging.
- Hands-on Activities: Encouraging active participation through art, craft, music, and sensory experiences.
- Thematic Approach: Organizing learning around interesting themes to connect different concepts.
- Individualized Attention: Recognizing and catering to the diverse learning needs of each child.
- Positive Reinforcement: Encouraging and appreciating children's efforts to build their confidence.
- Parent Partnership: Maintaining open communication and collaboration with parents to support the child's development.
Our Nursery Sections
Our Playgroup section focuses on:
- Socialization: Encouraging interaction with peers and building confidence in a group setting.
- Gross Motor Skills: Activities like crawling, walking, running, and simple games to develop physical coordination.
- Fine Motor Skills: Introduction to activities like scribbling, stacking blocks, and simple puzzles to enhance hand-eye coordination.
- Language Development: Storytelling, rhymes, and picture reading to build vocabulary and communication skills.
- Sensory Exploration: Engaging activities involving different textures, colors, and shapes to stimulate their senses.
- Potty Training Support: Gentle guidance and support in the potty training process, in coordination with parents.
Our Nursery section builds upon the foundation laid in Playgroup and focuses on:
- Enhanced Social Skills: Developing friendships, sharing, and understanding basic social rules.
- Pre-Literacy Skills: Introduction to the alphabet, recognizing letters, and early phonics awareness through fun activities.
- Pre-Numeracy Skills: Counting, recognizing numbers, and understanding basic concepts like more/less and big/small.
- Creative Expression: Art and craft activities, singing, and dancing to encourage imagination and self-expression.
- Problem-Solving: Simple puzzles and games that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Independence: Fostering self-help skills like dressing up, eating independently, and tidying up.