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Kindergarten Programme: Classes LKG and UKG

The Kindergarten Programme inculcates in children the qualities of curiosity, exploration and discovery in a
fun-filled, safe and happy learning environment. An individualised approach helps nurture a love of

learning, develop social skills, and instil sound values. The focus is on developing students' self-confidence
and their ability to communicate in English; teachers ensure this through effective use of language and by
encouraging children to express themselves freely.

A well-balanced curriculum and theme-based instruction help young minds integrate their learning
effectively. The focus is on exploring, knowing, understanding and forming their own ideas. The principles
of learning applied in Kindergarten include Holistic Development and Learning (Aesthetics and Creative

Expression, Language and Literacy, Numeracy, Self and Social Awareness); Integrated Learning; Active
Learning; Supportive Learning; Interactive Learning and Learning through Play. The curriculum prepares

children for a seamless transition to a more formal Primary curriculum.

The Kindergarten Programme makes use of a range of individual and group activities that create a lively and
positive learning environment. Games, songs, creative projects, story-telling, role-playing, drawing and

painting help develop children's foundational skills in literacy and numeracy. They are encouraged to play,
explore and discover through dance, music, art and craft. Singing, rhyming and reciting are used in the

Language Arts, and the Phonics Programme. The use of manipulatives, pictures and symbols helps them
identify relationships between sets and groups of things to be sorted, counted, shared and represented.

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