Kindergarten Program - 5 to 6 year olds
The full-day Kindergarten program fosters independence and choice-making, encourages problem-solving and promotes creativity and positive self-esteem. Children are exposed to a variety of themes integrating language, math, science and social studies concepts, introduced through a hands-on approach. Indoor and outdoor play is an important part of the kindergartner's day.
KINDERGARTEN GOALS
 | To integrate an age-appropriate curriculum focusing on the physical, social-emotional and cognitive development of the child. |
| To help children learn how to learn - to establish a foundation for life-long learning. |
| To develop a child's self-esteem, sense of competence and positive feelings towards learning. |
| To respond to individual differences in ability, learning style and interest. |
| To provide children with concrete learning materials and activities which are relevant to children's lives, and reinforce curriculum goals. |
| To facilitate children's ability to become successful in communicating and developing self-control skills. |
