Goals of Pre-Primary Education:
- Enhance children's overall development, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being.
- Prepare children for successful transitions to primary school and beyond.
- Foster a lifelong love of learning and inquiry.
- Promote equity and inclusion for all children.
Objectives of Pre-Primary Education:
Physical Development:
- Develop gross motor skills (e.g., running, jumping, climbing) and fine motor skills (e.g., drawing, cutting, writing).
- Enhance coordination, balance, and spatial awareness.
- Promote healthy habits (e.g., nutrition, exercise, sleep).
Cognitive Development:
- Develop language and literacy skills (e.g., speaking, listening, reading, writing).
- Foster problem-solving abilities and critical thinking.
- Enhance memory, attention, and concentration.
- Stimulate curiosity and encourage exploration.
Social Development:
- Promote positive peer interactions and cooperation.
- Develop empathy, respect, and communication skills.
- Foster a sense of belonging and community.
- Encourage children to express their feelings and needs appropriately.
Emotional Development:
- Support children's emotional regulation and self-awareness.
- Promote resilience and coping mechanisms.
- Encourage children to develop a positive self-image.
- Foster a growth mindset and perseverance.
Additional Objectives:
- Introduce basic numeracy concepts (e.g., counting, shapes, measurement).
- Explore the arts (e.g., music, movement, drama).
- Develop an awareness of the natural world and environmental responsibility.
- Promote healthy eating habits and physical activity.
- Foster a positive partnership between home and school.