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Guiding
Principlesof the Infant School Section (Early Childhood; KG1-Grade
2)
The principals of the early childhood
school section involve the following:
- While
young children develop through similar stages they develop at individual rates,
they need different amounts of time and support to develop common
understanding.
- Learning
experiences must be provided that meet individual and group needs, interests
and developmental levels.
- Learning
is enhanced byrespectfulinteraction and cooperation with others,
including adults and children. Through interaction, organized activities and
purposeful play, children explore and experiment with their environment to add
to their knowledge and learn new skills.
- Parents
play a central role in the development of their children. When children begin
Preschool, parents and teachers form a partnership to support learning at home
and at school.
- Happy
children learn better. Children are given choice, and nurturing their rights to
speak up is essential.
- Respect
and understanding of both the local and international community is essential to
being sociallywell developedand empathetic learners.