Kindergarten

AGES 3 - 6
8:45 am - 1:00 pm
Monday - Friday

In the early years children learn instinctively by imitating everyone and everything around them, and thrive on a regular daily and weekly rhythm. The kindergarten environment is unique in that it reflects the security and feel of a warm family home, and includes activities such as baking, sewing, gardening and preparing and sharing communal meals. The mixed age group also mirrors a family and encourages the children to learn from and guide one another. There is strong emphasis on the cultivation of good habits, and pre-academic skills are acquired unconsciously. The child’s natural feelings of wonder and trust are nurtured throughout, creating openness towards life and learning.

Play and Work
Play is the serious work of childhood.

Celebrating with the Child
Festivals and birthdays are joyous special days in both their preparation and celebration.

Outside Time
Rain or shine, the children play in the garden for at least an hour every day.

The Three Rs
Rhythm, repetition and reverence form the foundation of the Early Years curriculum.