CHILDREN'S HOUSE

The Different Learning Areas in Kindergarten Align with the Four Main Domains of the Curriculum

Language: Writing workshops, reading activities, and vocabulary enrichment exercises are available for children to explore independently, in addition to dedicated learning sessions in this area.

Through tactile letters, graphic design activities, dedicated writing spaces, vocabulary cards, and role-playing games, children develop their speech and understand the specific features of spoken and written French.

Exploring the World

Life sciences and geography also have a place in the classroom. Children explore different countries and continents through puzzles, discover animals from around the world, and expand their vocabulary related to living organisms, both animal and plant life.

This provides an initial introduction to cultural concepts through symbolic representation and hands-on activities.

Mathematics

Counting, recognizing numbers, reciting numerical sequences, and discovering quantities and mathematical symbols!

A variety of essential skills are developed through hands-on activities and the use of learning materials.

Practical Life

Continuing from the Infant Community, students refine their dexterity by handling smaller objects and participating in the collective life of the class. These workshops help guide them toward independence.

Sensorial Life

This area allows children to explore shapes and sizes, compare, organize, sort, and categorize objects to better understand the world around them.

Independent Activities

In the kindergarten classroom, the day is structured around periods of independent learning, where students are free to choose an activity from different areas of the classroom (see “Our Pedagogy” section). These activities are introduced by the teacher in a well-thought-out progression tailored to each student’s needs. The teacher, assisted by an aide, dedicates time to each child during these independent work sessions.

Vocabulary development plays a significant role in the classroom, being incorporated into every activity to strengthen each child’s language skills.

Group Time: A Key Moment for Learning and Socializing

Every day, students participate in group time led by the teacher, during which they engage in various rituals. This valuable moment helps them develop a sense of time, get to know their classmates, learn rhymes, practice counting, and begin early writing skills.

This shared time plays a crucial role in fostering listening skills, communication, and establishing routines that structure the school day.

A Balance Between Independence and Group Work

While a large part of the day is dedicated to independent learning, it is also punctuated by collective activities. These group sessions, conducted in small groups and led by the teacher, play a crucial role in the learning process.

They allow students to collaborate with peers, exchange ideas, and develop structured thinking within their respective skill levels. These activities promote sharing, cooperation, and individualized progress.

Other Activities

Yoga for Mid and Senior Kindergarten (MS-GS)

Once a week, students participate in a yoga session led in English by Camilla.

Psychomotor Development

Several times a week, sessions are offered to help children refine their balance and develop motor skills.

Jumping, running, carrying, moving objects, rolling, and balancing—these fundamental actions help children learn how to coordinate and control their bodies.

Swimming: Learning to Swim from an Early Age

Swimming lessons are optional for Petite Section (PS) students but become a mandatory part of the curriculum starting from Moyenne Section (MS).

Snack Time

During the morning, children can help themselves to a piece of fruit from a designated basket whenever they wish, taking a short break. Preparing a snack is an activity in itself, reinforcing independence through tasks such as peeling, cutting fruit, tidying up, and cleaning utensils.

Daily Routine

For Petite Section (PS) Students:

• Outdoor playtime at 11:00 AM

• Lunch at 12:00 PM

• Nap time from 1:00 PM to a maximum of 3:00 PM

(During these times, children from the Infant Community join the kindergarten class.)

For Moyenne and Grande Section (MS & GS) Students:

• Outdoor playtime at 12:00 PM

• Lunch at 1:00 PM

(During these times, primary school students are with the 4- and 5-year-olds from the “Children’s House” class.)