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Pre-School

OUR PRE-SCHOOL

SCIA (Pre-School) embodies a unique blend of Singaporean and British curricula, centred around exploration and learning through play. Guided by experienced facilitators, students discover their strengths, transforming them into positive, motivated learners.

​​​​​​​Students will participate in a holistic education, and can further their interests and talents through the wide variety of activities we offer. At Pre-School, the aim is to build confidence and independence, preparing students for the transition to primary school and for the global age.

Nursery 1
(2-3 years old)		 Nursery 2
(3-4 years old)		 Kindergarten 1
(4-5 years old)		 Kindergarten 2
(5-6 years old)
Half Day (08:00 – 11:00)
Full Day (08:00 – 15:30)

What do the pre-school students do?

Circle Time

Lessons begin by setting the expectations for the day. By singing songs, sharing experiences, and reviewing materials together, students are mentally prepared for the day ahead.

Lessons begin by setting the expectations for the day. By singing songs, sharing experiences, and reviewing materials together, students are mentally prepared for the day ahead.

Curriculum Time

Students learn various subjects in an age-appropriate environment. We infuse Singaporean academic learning into our play-based teaching approaches.

Physical Education

Students enjoy sports and physical activities. They are guided on the importance of proper nutrition and general well-being. They are encouraged to become independent in self-care tasks.

Playground Time

Through fun times in our indoor and outdoor playgrounds, students improve their strength, refine their motor skills, and learn to socialise and play cooperatively with their friends.

Expressive Arts

Students explore with a wide range of media and materials through drama, dance and visual arts. They learn to develop their own unique styles and appreciate their friends’ creativity.

Passport to the World

In a globalised world, students learn about different countries and cultures, and the importance of respecting diversity.

Mealtimes

Students enjoy nutritious meals at breakfast, lunch and snack times. Students learn to eat independently whilst proper eating habits and etiquette are reinforced.

Concert Performances

Every student is encouraged to perform on stage at least once in a year. This builds confidence and instils a sense of pride and achievement.

SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

The syllabus helps students to develop a positive sense of themselves and others; to form positive relationships and instil respect for others; to develop social skills and learn how to manage their emotions; to understand appropriate behaviour in groups; and to have confidence in their abilities. This is central to all learning at SCIA Pre-School.

English Language

Language development allows students to experience a rich language environment, develop their confidence and skills in expressing themselves, and speak and listen in various situations. Students will learn to link sounds and letters, begin to read and write, and be introduced to a wide range of reading materials to encourage a love of literacy.

Mathematics

The syllabus allows students to develop and improve their skills in counting, understanding and using numbers, solving simple addition and subtraction problems, and describing shapes, space, time and measure. Students will become familiar with sequencing, sorting, estimation and patterns.

Environmental and Cultural Awareness

Students can make sense of their physical world and their community through opportunities to explore, observe and learn about people, places, history and the environment. STEM is also featured in this learning area.

Expressive Arts

Expressive Arts enables students to explore and play with a wide range of media and materials, as well as providing opportunities and encouragement for sharing their thoughts, ideas and feelings through various activities in art, music, movement, dance, role-play and design.

Technology

The syllabus allows students to develop 21st-century skills using ICT. Students will also gain familiarity with operating everyday equipment to gain valuable life skills and gain deeper insight into technological objects, construction and engineering.

Physical Development

The syllabus provides opportunities for students to be active and interactive; and to develop their coordination, control, and movement. Students will improve their strength, refine motor skills, and begin to manage and assess appropriate risk. Students are taught the importance of physical activity and healthy choices with food, sleep, hygiene and general well-being.

Chinese Language

The syllabus is designed to lay a strong foundation for building students' language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Khmer Language

The syllabus encourages students to enjoy and appreciate the Khmer language and culture.

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