What to expect from Play-based Learning?

At SPH Pluit Village, we approach learning through the pedagogy of play-based learning. What does this mean exactly I hear you ask? This is not a no work, no learn, approach; in fact, through play, children are encouraged to use their whole body and all their senses.

They are given situations where they must work together to solve problems and come up with new solutions. We set up our classrooms with a variety of activities, all focused on one topic. All the activities are set up in such a way that children are focused on exploring their Maths, English and Science skills.

We want children to feel comfortable enough to ask questions, make mistakes and get messy. When we give children the space to explore on their own terms, they become more confident in asking why, how and what questions. These are important questions to ask as they grow older and learning becomes more formal.

At SPH Pluit Village, we want children to have fun while learning. Every child is different and learns in a different way. In Kindy, we have the opportunity to make them aware of these different styles of learning (https://blog.mindvalley.com/typesof-learning-styles/)

We then help them to develop their own style of learning without any pressures of performing.

(Ms. Christel Van Zyl, Kindergarten Teacher)