Thematic Teaching In thematic approach different areas of curriculum are linked to age-appropriate themes that reflect children’s interests, needs and skills. The theme based approach provides the teachers with opportunities to teach a range of skills and content by integrating Science, Engineering, Technology, Arts and Mathematics. The dynamic curriculum is presented with stimulating activities, materials and multi sensorial experiences. It lays a strong foundation for reading, writing, creativity and critical thinking. The themes further allow exploration and discovery of pre-primary learning concepts in a concrete and tangible way and makes children inquisitive about their surroundings.
Children are born explorers, discoverers and inquisitive. They are curious to know and understand ‘Why’, ‘How’, ‘When’ behind each and every phenomenon that surrounds them. We tap this curiosity and turn it into knowledge through our well thought and well planned activities. Instead of telling them the facts we lead them towards exploration, discovery, investigation, observation, question and share their understanding and thoughts on the same. It develops thinking skills, problem solving skills, makes them keen observers and they learn to work on individuals and group basis
To make learning a joyful experience we use ‘Play’ as a primary tool’ in learning and development. We design games and activities to teach mathematics, language and literacy, understanding the world etc. and children learn while playing and adventuring in nature.
“At La Vida ‘Play and Learning’ are so intrinsically woven together that children experience moments of awe and wonder every day.
With a perfect blend of prepared Montessori environments and materials, play as a tool, hands-on learning experiences, fun filled extracurricular activities, celebrations, field trips etc. learning at La Vida is an experience in itself. The school provides your child with the best educational foundation during these formative years that your child and you as parent will cherish forever. ”
Books and stories - singing - music appreciation - dance- creative art - crafts -poetry - "let's pretend" - games - cooking - creative play (clay/water/paint) - adventure play equipment - nature table - educational & leisure outings etc. are the Voila !moments for our young learners. These activities also enable children to keep their curricular work and learning in perspective. We ensure that our students experience the Voila! Moments every day.
Each day at school is a ‘Celebration of Life’, and at festivals and special occasions it gets bigger and more exciting. We celebrate Holi, Diwali, Rakshabandhan, Eid, Christmas, Guruparv, and other special occasions like Independence day, Mothers day, Fathers Day, Grandparents Day with joy, enthusiasm and in their true spirit. Through these celebrations we connect our children to our culture and make them appreciate our rich diversity. We celebrate birthdays of children with gusto that makes them feel special and loved.
Theme and age appropriate field trips like visit to a Fire station, Nursery, Post Office,Farm etc and leisure trips form an important part of educational experience. Such trips help to make children independent, learn personal and social skills and become emotionally strong. Such interactions with the real environment enable children to connect and apply their learning in the real world.
We want our children to have a scientific temperament, be the logical thinkers, sensitive and aware of their role and responsibility towards nature. Going out for a Nature walk, feeling and talk about weather, watching of birds, sky, clouds, observing plants, animals, insects, plantation, discovering simple science facts through observation and experiments are the eureka moments for our young learners.
