Our curriculum is based on our
observations of the needs, strengths and interests of the individual
children
in care. We do this with weekly
themes, art/crafts, music, stories, interactive playtime, one
on one attention,
outdoor activities, and providing a safe environment where children feel loved,
and encouraged to use their imaginations and discover new insights about their
capabilities.
The curriculum we follow is based on the following areas of child development:
· Cognitive/intellectual - numbers and shapes, counting, patterns and measurement, sense of space, knowledge and experience with the world, art, movement and dramatic play
· Language/literacy - communication (listening, understanding and speaking), knowing about letters and word sounds and patterns, knowing about print and books
· Social - cooperation, positive social relationships, respect for others, knowledge about families and communities
· Emotional - self control and knowledge about feelings
· Physical - gross motor skills, fine motor skills, active play and health and safety
· Cultural - awareness and appreciation of their own and others' cultures
· Approaches to learning - initiative and curiosity, engagement and persistence and reasoning and problem solving
