Our Curriculum

Our curriculum is unique because it has developed and evolved through years of experience and observing what actually works with children.  In designing our curriculum we have used the Montessori philosophy as the

foundation and combined it with aspects from other impressive programs, such as the Steiner Philosophy, the Reggio Emilia Approach and Developmental Play. In order for children to have a well rounded learning experience we offer a diverse range of extra-curricular activities as part of our curriculum (click on the link below to find out more about the enrichment program)

Enrichment Program

Our Director of Curriculum, Mrs. Shamsa Tanvir, has designed our curriculum.  She has a degree in Education and over 25 years of experience in the field of early childhood education.Some of the key features of our curriculum are:

Multi-age grouping: Children are grouped in mixed ages and abilities, 18 months - 3 years, 3 - 6 years.  There is constant interaction, problem solving, child-to-child teaching, and socialization. Children are challenged according to their ability and never bored.

Learning Centers: Each class has learning centers for language, math, practical life, sensorial and science/geography. Children are free to move around and choose activities from the learning centers.

Portfolio Assessment: There are no grades, or other forms of reward or punishment, subtle or overt. Assessment is by portfolio and the teacher's observation and record keeping. The test of whether or not the system is working lies in the accomplishment and behavior of the children, their happiness, maturity, kindness, love of learning and level of work.

Role/Imaginary Play: The Steiner philosophy suggests children learn through imitation and doing. Imaginary play is considered the most important "work" of the young child and the

activity through which the child grows physically, intellectually, and emotionally.  A portion of the school morning is devoted to uninterrupted imaginary play.

Art: The Reggio Emilia Approach is a model of early childhood program which has been receiving considerable attention all over the world. It comes from Reggio Emilia, a town in northern Italy and the system emphasizes art in the

child's environment. We use art as an integral part of our curriculum, as it allows children to express themselves and helps develop their creativity and motor skills. In addition we ensure that children are in an aesthetically pleasing physical environment, which is conducive to their learning.

Reading Program:  As children turn four, they are exposed to a formal reading program. The reading scheme consists of various levels and children progress to the next level

based on their skills and readiness. The books are independent/take home reading. The teacher interacts with a child on a one to one basis, to introduce, review and change a book. Any three year old attaining a required level of readiness will be placed in the reading program.

Language Program: We use the LetterLand Series as part of our language program. Letterland is a child-friendly, multi-model system for teaching children to read, write and spell. The secret of its worldwide success lies

in its pictogram characters, set in a delightful place called Letterland. Letterland characters are a careful fusion of letters and animated characters. These simple powerful images contain the basic phonic information that children need for accessing print.

Organic & Nutritious Snacks: We believe that the key to healthy growth and learning is healthy nutrition. We serve wholesome and  organic snacks to children. Children at the Preschool are provided with a morning and afternoon snack. Lunch has to be brought from home.