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The curriculum stresses on the total balance between the body and the mind and an
important component of the programme is Yoga done daily by the children in a fun
and innovative manner. The curriculum in turn, more specifically comprises oral
language and literacy, music, art, mathematics, social studies, science, dramatic
play, and physical activities, as well as activities to develop social/emotional
competencies and self-help skills. In enhancing the development of the various skill
areas, one may note that the promotion of values is a crucial cornerstone of our
curriculum. Through all these skill developments the underlying message to our young
minds is to fortify ethical development and consciousness.
Having elucidated WHAT is the focus of our curriculum, it important to take stock
of HOW we aim to achieve development in various skill areas. In effect, the skill
enhancement of the children is integrated through a unit/thematic format.
To elaborate, the curriculum encompasses a wide spectrum of themes whereby a structure is provided
to our content. Examples of the themes include:
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In turn, with a wide array of themes, the implementation of these themes requires
intensive research and analysis. The curriculum has been designed keeping the child’s
developmental ability and knowledge in mind, that these themes have been formatted
and sequentially diffused into the curriculum.
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