Preschool

Preschoolers discover the world as they gain confidence and independence in a joyful, hands-on, bilingual learning environment.

Our bilingual preschool program takes place in a nurturing environment that enables children to exercise initiative, make decisions and construct a hands-on understanding of the world through two languages, English and Mandarin. An integrated curriculum based on children’s interests comprises learning activities covering a range of areas rather than isolated subjects to further children’s learning and development. Learning experiences are carefully planned to be culturally, developmentally, educationally and individually appropriate. The best of Western and Eastern teaching approaches are combined with a focus on the process of learning rather than the product. Developing creativity, cooperative learning, investigation and problem-solving skills is an important component of the program. Development Matters in the Early Years Foundation Stage of the United Kingdom and the California Preschool Learning Foundations provide practice guidance for our preschool teachers.

Preschool children are grouped together by age. The daily schedule is modified and flexible to meet the needs of the class with a longer nap time for our youngest students. Our classrooms and Co-Teachers allow for an abundance of opportunities daily for children to grow and explore. Children are provided with extended periods of play in order to follow their own interests and curiosities in a safe school setting. The learning environments that our classrooms provide are intentionally prepared to develop knowledge and respond to children’s own interests as they enquire about the world in which they live. A typical preschool day will include a mix of free choice exploration time, outdoor play and small group activities as well as whole group gathering times. Two nutritious snacks are provided daily. Parents send lunch with their child or purchase lunch through the school’s designated catering service.