Our Curriculum
Playful Learning for Holistic Growth
Our curriculum embraces a child-centred philosophy enriched by global research, fostering children’s natural curiosity and love for exploration through inquiry-led, play-based learning. It promotes holistic development by addressing emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs. Through a nurturing environment, we create meaningful learning experiences that inspire creativity and critical thinking. This approach equips young learners with essential skills for lifelong success. Play becomes a purposeful bridge between discovery and structured education.
Blending Play with Learning
Inspired by frameworks like LEGO Foundation’s Learning Through Play and Harvard’s Pedagogy of Play, our approach integrates joyful, meaningful play with structured learning, fostering creativity, critical thinking, lifelong skills.
Playful Learning for Holistic Growth
Our curriculum embraces a child-centred philosophy enriched by global research, fostering children’s natural curiosity and love for exploration through inquiry-led, play-based learning. It promotes holistic development by addressing emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs. Through a nurturing environment, we create meaningful learning experiences that inspire creativity and critical thinking. This approach equips young learners with essential skills for lifelong success. Play becomes a purposeful bridge between discovery and structured education.
Bridging play and learning
Inspired by frameworks like LEGO Foundation’s Learning Through Play and Harvard’s Pedagogy of Play, our approach integrates joyful, meaningful play with structured learning, fostering creativity, critical thinking, lifelong skills.
Mission
Our tribe is grounded in the values of empathy, responsibility, and global perspective. From classrooms to playgrounds, we cultivate a culture of belonging, joy, and growth. Together, we raise learners, dreamers, and changemakers who are ready to navigate the world with confidence and care.
Inside the classroom
The Windsor House curriculum fosters holistic growth by combining hands-on activities, inquiry-based learning, and personalized support to nurture creativity and problem-solving skills.
- Hands-on Learning: Activities foster exploration, creativity, and critical thinking.
- Skill Development: Focus on language, numeracy, and emotional growth through structured play and storytelling.
- Inquiry-Based Approach: Teachers guide learning through exploration and curiosity-driven tasks.
- Tailored Support: Continuous observation ensures personalized support for each child's progress.
Outside the classroom
The curriculum incorporates real-world experiences like nature walks, gardening, and community visits to foster curiosity, environmental awareness, and social development.
- Nature Activities: Encourage curiosity and environmental awareness through hands-on exploration.
- Community Visits: Build understanding of societal roles and a sense of belonging.
- Inquiry-Based Tasks: Promote observation and learning through real-world experiences.
- Outdoor Play: Enhance physical health, teamwork, and social skills.
Inside the Classroom
The WHEY curriculum fosters creativity, problem-solving, and holistic development by engaging children in hands-on activities and guided exploration. With structured play areas and inquiry-based learning facilitated by teachers, children develop skills across domains like language, numeracy, and emotional growth. Activities like storytelling with role-playing enhance emotional expression and communication, while continuous observation ensures tailored support for each child’s progress.
Outside the Classroom
The curriculum extends learning beyond the classroom through real-world experiences like nature walks, gardening, and community visits, fostering curiosity, environmental awareness, and physical development. Activities such as observing plants in a park or visiting a fire station encourage inquiry and understanding of societal roles while nurturing a sense of belonging. Outdoor play enhances physical health, teamwork, and social skills, creating a well-rounded educational experience.
FAQs
What is the teaching philosophy of Windsor House Early
Years?
We follow a brain-based, play-based, and inquiry-driven approach to nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence in children, fostering a lifelong love for learning.
How does the curriculum prepare my child for the future?
Our curriculum integrates foundational skills with 21st-century competencies like critical thinking, collaboration, digital literacy, and emotional intelligence to prepare children for a dynamic future.
What age groups does the curriculum cater to?
We cater to children aged 9 months to 6 years and provide after-school programs for 7 to 10-year-olds, focusing on foundational learning.
What makes Windsor’s curriculum unique?
It combines brain-based learning, design thinking, and holistic development, focusing on academics, creativity, social-emotional growth, and future-ready skills.
How are the learning activities structured?
Activities are child-centered, hands-on, and experiential, encouraging exploration, problem-solving, and real-world connections.
How do you ensure my child’s individual learning needs are
met?
Small class sizes allow personalized attention, enabling tailored activities based on each child’s strengths and pace of development.
Does the curriculum include outdoor learning?
Yes, it emphasizes outdoor play, gardening, and environmental exploration to promote physical development and a connection with nature.
How do you teach values like empathy and respect?
Values are integrated into daily activities, group interactions, and storytelling to build emotional intelligence and social skills.
What role do parents play in the curriculum?
Parents are engaged through workshops, updates, and collaborative activities, ensuring a strong partnership in their child’s learning journey.
How do you assess a child’s progress?
We use observation-based assessments and regular updates to track and celebrate progress, focusing on milestones and holistic development without formal exams.
