Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of children from different backgrounds and nationalities. Our aim is to make learning fun, whilst our child-centred approach ensures that each child is treated as an individual promoting the development of its emotional, intellectual and social needs.

Our goals include the encouragement of each child’s natural curiosity, active thinking, interest and positive attitude for learning.

Emphasis is on learning in an environment of achievement and success planned to encourage confidence, discovery, independence and social interaction.

We also organise play centers in the rooms where children can choose their own activities and also to learn threw their own experiences.

Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of children from different backgrounds and nationalities.

All instructions are in the English language.

The school has also a system of using monthly or weekly themes in its education programs.

Such themes could be for example, “All about me,” “Safety,” or “Around the World.”

Children are supported in developing confidence, autonomy and self-respect.

An inclusive ethos is promoted and opportunities are provided for each child to become a valued member of their group so that a strong self-image and self-esteem are promoted.

Positive attitudes and dispositions towards the child’s learning are promoted, especially an enthusiasm for knowledge and learning and a confidence in their ability to be successful learners.

Activities based on first-hand experiences are provided that encourage exploration, observation, problem solving, prediction, critical thinking, decision-making and discussion.

Opportunities are provided which help children to become aware of, explore and question issues of differences in gender, ethnicity, religion and culture.

Children are encouraged to use their senses, make observations, predict and test ideas. Historical and geographical understanding is based on the children’s own experiences within their families, homes and communities.

Playing with others and learning about their lives, communities and cultures helps to develop a sense of community and shared values.

Children are encouraged to represent their ideas in a non-verbal way and to begin to develop their own ‘taste’.

Children use a range of tools and materials to explore, and with adult support, learn techniques so that they can be used as an effective means of expression.

A wide range of activities is provided for children to respond by using their senses to develop ideas.

With support, children learn to use tools including crayons, scissors, pencils and modelling tools with increasing dexterity.

Outside, children learn to run, hop, jump, skip and balance. They have a variety of games and equipment to develop their mobility, coordination and awareness of space.

Children are encouraged to establish positive attitudes about eating sensibly, caring for teeth and enjoying a healthy, active way of life.

Children learn about road safety and safety at home and the environment.