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bumblebee - 2y8m to 3y3m
The aim of the Bumblebees class is to offer children their first unaccompanied experience of school, to encourage separation from parents and to start forming relationships with peers. Our younger students enjoy having a space of their own where they can experience the joy of creating art works and playing with play dough, water, sand and other tactile and sensory materials. Initially, separation is a primary focus for many children and the teacher’s role is to gently guide the children into the social world of preschool. Their confidence levels grow and they become involved in dramatic play and music and movement activities. As the children's attention spans lengthen, discussions and projects become more involved. |
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ladybugs - 3y4m to 4y
The curriculum becomes more structured with progression into the Ladybugs from the Bumblebees. Ladybugs are embarking on an important transition from participating in adult-directed play and self-directed play and exploration. Exploring their own opportunities for learning is a pivotal part of their transition. The teachers play an important role in empowering the children to engage in imaginative and creative play and to explore different materials. As Ladybugs, the children's social skills also bloom, as they learn about sharing, taking turns and the value of cooperative play. They discover that they are part of a larger world and that sharing toys and ideas is gratifying. |
Photo credit: Ms Lisa
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butterflies - 4y to 5y
Our butterflies class effectively prepares children for the transition from preschool to primary school for English Schools Foundation Schools (ESF), Government schools, local private schools, international schools and private independent schools in Hong Kong. The curriculum is designed to allow children to express their increasing confidence and independence, while meeting the challenge of their curiosity, energy and endless enthusiasm. Butterflies are becoming skilled organisers and tireless negotiators who appreciate fairness, reason and logic. Much time is spent exploring their wonderful ideas and making sense of the world around them via group discussion and hands-on experiences. Thematic units are longer and more complex, incorporating multiple mediums and often requiring group planning and cooperation. Transition to Primary School From January to June, the Butterfly group is offered an optional Extended Day Programme from noon to 2:00pm, two afternoons a week. The Extended Day is to provide additional opportunities for Butterfly students to prepare for their transition to primary school. Details and information about this optional programme are made available in October/November. |