Toddler


The children enter the Toddler programme at 18 months old and stay until they are around 2½ years old. At this age, most children are ready to explore and the objective of this programme is to provide the child with a learning experience away from home without parents, to foster social skills and develop a positive attitude towards learning. The Toddler programme introduces the child to early-Montessori where he or she begins to develop independence through self-help skills. He learns to respect the environment, experience music and the expression of art, and develops a love for nature. Much effort is made to increase the child’s communication skills and vocabulary in a fun and encouraging way. Outdoor playtime is an important part of the curriculum as Dr Maria Montessori says “Play is the work of the child”. The Toddler programme not only improves the child’s knowledge, social skills, independence and confidence but sets the stage for the rest of their lives. It also serves as a foundation for our Nursery programme.

Nursery


During their time in the Nursery programme, the children are introduced to the Montessori Method. The carefully prepared environment is filled with a variety of Montessori materials, which are presented with a learning objective and promotes the development of the child towards concentration, coordination, confidence, independence, perseverance and social skills. The children learn to respect the work of others and their personal space. They take an active role in maintaining their environment, which is divided into five main areas of the Montessori curriculum, namely Practical Life, Sensorial, Number Work, Language and Culture. The child’s creative expression is encouraged through art activities. Music & movement is also an integral feature of the programme. Through listening, singing, dancing and playing percussion instruments, the children’s interest in music is heightened. The children are immersed in English as their first language throughout the day. They are also introduced to Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia. Outdoor play and appreciation of nature are important features of the programme. Our fun-filled outdoor activities include tree climbing, picnic @ the garden, water play, sensorial play, sand play and gardening.