English
The phonics-based English program covers basic language and literacy
skills that lead eventually to reading and writing. It combines stories, songs,
rhymes, language activities, reading, spelling and creative writing.
Our materials are designed to prepare children for primary one.

Our reading program introduces children to the frequently used sight words
that will also help them to read. There are 8 readers per year from
Nursery 2 to K2.

Chinese
Our thematic approach helps develop listening and oral skills. The program
combines stories, songs, rhymes, language activities, reading and writing.
Children learn basic strokes and their order in forming simple characters.

Singapore-produced books are used in tandem with our own materials, and
the children learn to recognise simple Chinese characters using 8 readers
per year from Nursery 2 to K2.

Mathematics
"Our Mathematics program emphasises the development of fundamental
Mathematical concepts from the concrete to the abstract. The language-
oriented and problem-solving approach involves interesting hands-on
activities that make Mathematics fun and challenging. We use a combination
of our own materials and an excellent Australian program, Growing with
Mathematics. This program equips students with a variety of thinking
strategies they can use to solve problems effectively and confidently. Its
recommended teaching methods, mathematical content, and program
sequence is supported by extensive field testing and in-depth research."

Art & Craft (Reggio-Emilia-inspired)
We offer a unique approach to art that is inspired by the Reggio-Emilia
preschools. Some highlights in our art program are – the presence of an
artist-in-residence, use of environmentally friendly materials,
non-prescriptive art explorations which emphasise not just the product but
the work-in-progress, and a wide array of aesthetic options being made
accessible. There is also integration between art activities and other
activities in the program, developing inquiry and knowledge in early science.

Music & Movement
While elements of music and movement are interwoven into the teaching of
English, Chinese and Mathematics, there is a separate time set aside for
the exploration of music and movement in a creative and imaginative
manner. Some activities may be structured to develop certain musical and
coordination skills while others may be improvisatory in nature allowing
greater freedom of expression and individuality. Kindermusik, a high quality
preschool music program that originated from Germany and developed in
the U.S. will be conducted once a week by our certified teacher.

Speech & Drama (English/Chinese)
This provides a conducive platform for self-expression. Children are guided
in developing correct speech and articulation as well as vocal and facial
expression through interesting activities involving recitation,
characterisation and mime.

Creative and Critical Thinking
During Creative and Critical Thinking lessons, children have the opportunity
to express their thoughts and ideas. It is a time where children are
encouraged to ask questions and to come up with logical answers
themselves. The emphasis is on observation of the environment using all
the senses. Components of the MATAL Early Childhood Program from Israel
form the basis in developing these critical thinking skills.

Project Work
Every year in Term 3, the children will spend several weeks on project work
based on the Project Approach. We believe that involvement in project work
will enrich and add a new dimension to children’s learning, which is fairly
fluid in nature, and the children play an integral part in making choices and
determine the direction it takes. Different classes explore different topics.

Project work is done in three phases:

Phase 1 – Brainstorming, questioning, discussing & planning
Phase 2 – Investigating, interviewing & field trip
Phase 3 – Selecting, compiling information & presenting

Project work culminates in an Open House where children present and share
with their parents what they have learnt.

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