Our young ones learn from a cultivation of experiences, observations and personal interactions, driven by their innate curiosity about the world around us. It is this intrigue that lights up the spark in the youngest of minds and drives the desire to learn. We pay a visit to a NurtureStars classroom at SAFRA Choa Chu Kang to observe its out-of-the-box approach to childhood education.
Beyond its four walls
NurtureStars uses active learning to embody a child’s spirit of curiosity with a classroom that is as vibrant as it is experiential. Incorporating a multi-sensorial curriculum that is rich with narratives, songs, rhymes and theatrical drama, the preschool wishes for students to explore possibilities beyond the classroom, tapping into a limitless imagination.
Critical thinkers and captivating storytellers at NurtureStars
Teachers from NurtureStars invite you to their classroom to see how an ordinary day looks like for their preschoolers.
Activity 1: Roleplaying
With classrooms filled with props and costumes, there are plenty of opportunities for students to dress up and transform narratives into living performances!
Young learners are encouraged to find a place in different scenarios to express themselves, while working alongside their fellow “actors” and “actresses” to transform a story into reality.
Activity 2: Storytelling
What better way to engage kids than with a good story? During these storytelling sessions, listeners will gasp, laugh and cheer as their teacher spins a tale animatedly. Often symbolic in nature, these stories not only impart crucial life lessons to their listeners, they also introduce words and phrases to beef up their vocabulary.
Activity 3: Coding
More than just a buzzword, NurtureStars has foundational coding classes that are intended to expand problem-solving skills as well as critical thinking capabilities. These sessions will require students to explore creative means to complete coding tasks.
A classroom like no other
Having pioneered an exceptional curriculum that is both contemporary and experiential, NurtureStars has led over 330,000 SAFRA members’ children to grow into individuals equipped with oratory and critical thinking skills.
With an outlet at every SAFRA club, parents can easily find a NurtureStars preschool that is both convenient and accessible. Begin this exciting learning journey for your child, where young go-getters can truly let their creativity illuminate the classroom!
Want to find out more about NurtureStars programmes? Enquire now or book a school tour today at 6320 0132. You can also find out more at safra.sg/lifestyle/nurturestars-preschool
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