Early Years
PURPOSE
Ekya’s Early Years program offers a nurturing environment where children actively engage in their learning journey.
By focusing on essential skills and personalised learning, we lay a strong foundation for academic success and instill a love for learning from day one.
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Inspired by Maria Montessori, the program emphasises independence, self-discovery, and hands-on learning.
It transforms education into an engaging journey, with options for Montessori and Kindergarten programs across all campuses.
Our Curriculum
At Ekya, we understand the value of Montessori principles in early childhood education and their ability to enhance a child’s development. Our Early Years Program embraces key Montessori concepts to create a comprehensive and enriching learning experience for children aged 3 to 6.
Here’s how we integrate Montessori principles into our program:
Prepared Environment
Our learning spaces are carefully curated to provide a calm, organised environment that promotes independent exploration. We incorporate Montessori materials and tools that engage children’s senses and encourage hands-on learning. These materials are strategically placed to foster self-directed discovery and encourage children to choose activities that align with their interests and developmental needs.
Self-Directed Learning
We emphasise the importance of self-directed learning, allowing children to choose and engage in activities that resonate with them. Our classrooms are designed to facilitate children’s autonomy, enabling them to select tasks, work at their own pace, and explore subjects that capture their curiosity. This approach not only nurtures a sense of independence but also empowers children to take ownership of their learning journey.
Focus on Practical Life Skills
Montessori’s emphasis on practical life skills aligns seamlessly with our philosophy of holistic development. We incorporate everyday tasks and activities into our program, allowing children to learn essential life skills such as pouring, buttoning, and cleaning. These activities not only enhance fine motor skills but also promote concentration, coordination, and a sense of responsibility.
Individualised Progress
Just as Montessori education values each child’s unique pace of development, our program recognises and respects individual learning journeys. We provide opportunities for one-on-one interactions and tailor activities to suit each child’s needs, strengths, and interests. This personalised approach supports children in reaching their full potential and fosters a positive attitude toward learning.
Mixed-Age Grouping
Our classrooms embrace the Montessori practice of mixed-age grouping, where children of varying ages share the same learning space. This arrangement encourages collaboration, peer learning, and the development of social skills. Younger children observe and learn from older peers, while older children reinforce their knowledge by helping younger ones. This dynamic promotes a sense of community and mutual support.
Hands-On Learning Materials
Montessori materials are an integral part of our curriculum. These thoughtfully designed materials cater to different learning styles and developmental stages. They promote sensory exploration, fine motor skills, and cognitive development. Children engage with these materials to grasp abstract concepts such as mathematics, language, and sensory experiences, fostering a deeper understanding and a love for learning.
- Sensorial Activities: Using Montessori materials to explore and understand the world.
- Practical Life Skills: Hands-on tasks to develop self-care and environmental responsibility.
- Inquiry-Based Learning: Encouraging curiosity through projects and field trips.
- Language & Literacy: Building communication skills through reading and storytelling.
- Mathematics: Interactive sessions to explore numbers and patterns using the CPA approach.
- The Arts: Creative expression through visual and performing arts.
- The Atelier: A space for experimentation and innovation through play-based activities.
- Outdoor Play: Developing motor skills and promoting an active lifestyle.
Socio-Emotional Growth: Building empathy, focus, and self-awareness through mindfulness practices.
Key Highlights:
- Tailored for diverse learning styles.
- Hands-on problem-solving and collaborative learning.
- Simplifying complex concepts through interactive experiences.
- Sensorial Activities: Using Montessori materials to explore and understand the world.
- Practical Life Skills: Hands-on tasks to develop self-care and environmental responsibility.
- Inquiry-Based Learning: Encouraging curiosity through projects and field trips.
- Language & Literacy: Building communication skills through reading and storytelling.
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
- Mathematics: Interactive sessions to explore numbers and patterns using the CPA approach.
- The Arts: Creative expression through visual and performing arts.
- The Atelier: A space for experimentation and innovation through play-based activities.
Outdoor Play: Developing motor skills and promoting an active lifestyle. - Socio-Emotional Growth: Building empathy, focus, and self-awareness through mindfulness practices.
Our Curriculum
At Ekya, we understand the value of Montessori principles in early childhood education and their ability to enhance a child’s development. Our Early Years Program embraces key Montessori concepts to create a comprehensive and enriching learning experience for children aged 3 to 6.
Here’s how we integrate Montessori principles into our program:
Prepared Environment
Our learning spaces are carefully curated to provide a calm, organised environment that promotes independent exploration. We incorporate Montessori materials and tools that engage children’s senses and encourage hands-on learning. These materials are strategically placed to foster self-directed discovery and encourage children to choose activities that align with their interests and developmental needs.
Self-Directed Learning
We emphasise the importance of self-directed learning, allowing children to choose and engage in activities that resonate with them. Our classrooms are designed to facilitate children’s autonomy, enabling them to select tasks, work at their own pace, and explore subjects that capture their curiosity. This approach not only nurtures a sense of independence but also empowers children to take ownership of their learning journey.
Focus on Practical Life Skills
Montessori’s emphasis on practical life skills aligns seamlessly with our philosophy of holistic development. We incorporate everyday tasks and activities into our program, allowing children to learn essential life skills such as pouring, buttoning, and cleaning. These activities not only enhance fine motor skills but also promote concentration, coordination, and a sense of responsibility.
Individualised Progress
Just as Montessori education values each child’s unique pace of development, our program recognises and respects individual learning journeys. We provide opportunities for one-on-one interactions and tailor activities to suit each child’s needs, strengths, and interests. This personalised approach supports children in reaching their full potential and fosters a positive attitude toward learning.
Mixed-Age Grouping
Our classrooms embrace the Montessori practice of mixed-age grouping, where children of varying ages share the same learning space. This arrangement encourages collaboration, peer learning, and the development of social skills. Younger children observe and learn from older peers, while older children reinforce their knowledge by helping younger ones. This dynamic promotes a sense of community and mutual support.
Hands-On Learning Materials
Montessori materials are an integral part of our curriculum. These thoughtfully designed materials cater to different learning styles and developmental stages. They promote sensory exploration, fine motor skills, and cognitive development. Children engage with these materials to grasp abstract concepts such as mathematics, language, and sensory experiences, fostering a deeper understanding and a love for learning.
- Sensorial Activities: Using Montessori materials to explore and understand the world.
- Practical Life Skills: Hands-on tasks to develop self-care and environmental responsibility.
- Inquiry-Based Learning: Encouraging curiosity through projects and field trips.
- Language & Literacy: Building communication skills through reading and storytelling.
- Mathematics: Interactive sessions to explore numbers and patterns using the CPA approach.
- The Arts: Creative expression through visual and performing arts.
- The Atelier: A space for experimentation and innovation through play-based activities.
- Outdoor Play: Developing motor skills and promoting an active lifestyle.
Socio-Emotional Growth: Building empathy, focus, and self-awareness through mindfulness practices.
Curriculum Overview
Sensorial Activities
Using Montessori materials to explore and understand the world.
Practical Life Skills
Hands-on tasks to develop self-care and environmental responsibility.
Inquiry-Based Learning
Encouraging curiosity through projects and field trips.
Language & Literacy
Building communication skills through reading and storytelling.
Mathematics
Interactive sessions to explore numbers and patterns using the CPA approach.
The Arts
Creative expression through visual and performing arts.
The Atelier
A space for experimentation and innovation through play-based activities.
Outdoor Play
Developing motor skills and promoting an active lifestyle.
Socio-Emotional Growth
Building empathy, focus, and self-awareness through mindfulness practices.
STUDENT LIFE
At the primary level, students are introduced to the joy of connecting classroom learning with the world around them. Through thoughtfully planned field trips and interactive activities, young learners experience hands-on exploration, fostering curiosity and a deeper understanding of concepts. These real-world connections form the foundation for lifelong learning.
Field Trips
Real-world learning through immersive experiences.
Learning Showcases
Celebrating student achievements.
Special Events
Enriching student life with vibrant activities.
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If you are seeking an early childhood program that emphasises holistic development, individualised learning, and a nurturing environment, Ekya Early Years Program is the right choice for your child. Contact us today to learn more and embark on a rewarding educational journey with Ekya!
