Early Childhood Education, that caters to children from the age group of 2 to 8 plays a significant role in a child’s educational journey. The significance of this period lies not only in academic preparation, but in the holistic development of the young minds.
How is Savistara School contributing in this holistic development?
Savistara, an alternate learning center is determined to shaping the future citizens by instilling values, and equipping the young learners with skills that go beyond academics. The play based environment here provide a nurturing space where children can develop social, emotional and cognitive skills, all while engaging in creative and fun activities.
Early Socialization – For most of the children, playgroup is their first exposure outside home. Hence we are particular in creating a homely environment, where children feel safe in presence of experienced and well trained teachers and supporting staff. Once the children start developing rapport with the adult, it becomes easy for them to learn essential social skills such as sharing, taking turns, cooperating, interacting and playing with their peers. These interactions lay the foundation for positive relationship with peers, which are essential for social and emotional development of a child.
Cognitive and Motor Development – At Savistara, we emphasize on play way method of learning, which is particularly beneficial for young children’s cognitive and motor development. Activities such as puzzles, painting, building blocks and outdoor games stimulate problem solving skills, creativity and fine motor coordination. The play based learning model encourages curiosity and exploration, helping children to develop a love for learning at an early age.
Emotional Well Being - The Principal and the management are so friendly and make sure all the teachers and caretakers are well trained to make the children feel safe and provide a nurturing environment where children can express their emotions freely. In current era, where most of the parents may be working and children spend significant time outside home, Savistara creates a sense of security and belonging, helping to ease separation anxiety and build emotional resilience.
Additionally, the inclusive and non competitive nature in this school helps children develop self esteem and confidence. They learn to express their needs and emotions, which is essential for emotional well being as they grow older.
Cultural Relevence – One of the main moto of Savistara is to instill the cultural values in children from a very young age, so that it becomes a way of their life, and it comes quite natural to them to respect, follow and enjoy our culture and traditions.
At Savistara, we incorporate local traditions, languages and festivals into their activities, offering children an early appreciation for our cultural heritage. This helps children to connect with their identity while also fostering an understanding and respect for diversity.
Daily Routine – Here we make sure the day begins with a positive vibe. We make sure all the preschoolers join their higher grade students in an assembly, where they learn prayer, shlokas, Bhagawath Geeta, cultural songs, Vachanas with sheer enthusiasm. This is then followed by Yoga and Exercises to imbibe the importance of exercises to our young learners.
While the play way learning techniques will find its schedule, we make sure the basic lifeskill activities such as taking care of belongings, use water wisely, segregation of vegetables, seeds, self cleaning etc are practiced regularly. Also, we make sure our kids bring healthy snacks and always engage in healthy eating.
This will help the kids to follow a healthy lifestyle from a very young age, which will foster for a healthy individual.
Preparation for primary education - In our playbased teaching method, we also train the children in all the required academic concepts as per their age in an engaging manner. We use different learning techniques to suit visual, auditory and kinesthetic patterns of learning. This exposure helps children become familiar and confident with the concepts, laying a strong foundation for the basics. This helps the transition from preschool to primary education less intimidating.
In current era, where parents often prioritize academic achievement from an early age, the management of Savistara strives hard to strike a balance between structured learning and free play. They create a positive first experience of education, which can lead to better academic outcomes in the long run.
Lifelong Learning – The impact of schooling is not limited to childhood or adolescence. It sets the foundation for lifelong learning. Savistara aim to provide a positive schooling experience, which can inspire curiosity and a love for learning that persists into adulthood. Savistara aim to foster the sense of curiosity and encourage the young learners to question, explore, and continue their education well beyond formal schooling.
Savistara is more than just places where academic instructions takes place. We are the centres of community, development, and preparation for life in a broader sense. We will continue to evolve, address the diverse needs of students while preparing them to be informed, empathetic, active participant and overall a good human being.
Prabha, Savistara Teacher.
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