Experiments by Ruffman et al. (1993) highlighted the scientific reasons behind preschooling and its benefits NSTA (National Science Teachers Association) affirms that preschool education ignites students’ curiosity. Pre-school learning aids in student exploration and helps them understand the world around them. Play activities improve the bond between the child and the parents. They also help in stress management With Montessori  Education                              Education and learning is self-led  &n ..read more

Attention span is the ability to focus and concentrate on an activity for a certain span of time. Among toddlers, the attention span is quite limited. Young preschoolers have an attention span of around 5 minutes. By the time they start going to school, it may increase to 15 minutes depending on the activity they are being engaged in. Why is it important to help your toddler improve their concentration? Having the ability to concentrate will help your toddler accomplish important tasks. Whether it is eating food, scribbling on paper, playing their toys, or sitting on a chair without getting up ..read more

Potty training your toddler ideally begins at an age of two or three years. It is not necessary to rush the process however it is good to start as soon as you and your child feel ready. This guide will help you make the transition from the diaper to the potty seat easy and enjoyable. What signs should you look for to know that your toddler is ready for potty training? As your child grows, her bladder movements become fewer (compared to earlier days). For example, she may get up dry. There may be an interval of 1-2 hours without peeing.  The toddler also begins to show signs of a pattern ..read more

Overview of Montessori Method Developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 1900s. Learning and movement go hand-in-hand Emphasizes respect for children as different from adults Advantages of a Montessori Education 1. Individualized Approach Every child is unique and treated as such All learning styles are accommodated so your child moves at their own pace Fosters a sense of independence and gives your child a solid foundation 2. Self Regulation Students are encouraged to think critically about what they are learning Classroom materials and activities are designed to foster self-re ..read more

At the heart of Montessori education is fostering independent thinking and extending children’s skills and capabilities in alignment with their strengths, interests, and talents. The tenets of Montessori education pay as much attention to physical and social skills as their mental ones. At the end of the day, motor development is just as vital to enriching cognitive and artistic abilities. The same goes for developing language, speech, empathy, and responsibility. But are these the only areas that the Toddler Montessori program prioritizes? What, ultimately, are the goals of the program? In th ..read more

The coronavirus pandemic is showing no signs of waning any time soon. As is apt for any parent, we should be constantly vigilant in protecting our children from exposure to the virus. What’s good is that lockdowns are enough to greatly minimize the risk of contracting COVID-19.  However, as these lockdowns are bound to be in place for a long while, we can’t overlook the activities that our children will be doing while they are in isolation. A home will always serve as a child’s first learning environment, after all. All the more so for toddlers who are in their crucial developmental years ..read more

The Montessori Method of Education, developed by Maria Montessori, is a child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children. Montessori’s method has been used for over 100 years in many parts of the world. The Montessori method views the child as the one who is naturally eager for knowledge and capable of initiating learning in a supportive, thoughtfully prepared learning environment. It attempts to develop children physically, socially, emotionally and cognitively. Infant and toddler programs Montessori classrooms for children under three fall into sever ..read more

The early years of a child’s life are the most crucial. It is the period when their brain develops exponentially as they begin to explore their surroundings and expand their cognitive ability. They form their earliest memories in these years. This is also the time when they are constantly picking up stimuli from their immediate environment and manipulating it in meaningful ways. Nudged in the right direction, the child has the potential to develop essential skills that will help them develop into rounded independent thinker and confident communicators. Unfortunately, the traditional schooling ..read more

“85 percent of who you are—your intellect, your personality, your social skills—is developed by age 5. Let’s invest where it makes the most difference.” Young Children’s Brains are ready for Learning! The brain forms as many as 700 neural connections per second before the age of 5. Start Early! In the first 3 years, infants and toddlers begin acquiring the first of thousands of words they will use throughout their lives. Benefits of early learning Reduction in behavior problems throughout the school-career Longer attention spans and better retention of information Improvement in the social s ..read more

Even though you’re already aware of the myriad benefits of childcare centres for your child, are you still having a hard time deciding on which one to devote your child to? It’s not just about the safety of your child, after all, but also how he will respond to being entrusted to a childcare centre. Of course, there’s also the question of whether your child will be able to enjoy all the benefits of these centres. More often than not, you just have to be mindful of essential factors that go beyond just looking at any given child care centre’s licensing and registration. For your reference, we h ..read more