WELCOME PRACTICAL MATTERS OUR PLAYSCHOOLS CHILDREN'S SCHOOL WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL? WHY DO FAMILIES CHOOSE US? CONTACT US RECRUITMENT Our curriculum is inspired by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum from England, which focuses on the unique development of each child and the importance of a warm and nurturing environment. We make sure that your child can express their creativity and be an active participant in their learning journey with us. Let’s use what your child loves as the way to help them to make friends, be confident, explore the world and have fun – and let’s do it in English! CHILDEN LEARN AND GROW THROUGH PLAY. THEIR ENGAGEMENT, CURIOSITY AND EAGERNESS TO LEARN IS EVIDENT WHEN CHILDREN: play, have structured activities and short fun lessons explore their senses in early learning centers Children explore their environment through stimulating centers and enriching activities: expressive arts and design construction and imaginary play literacy sensory play sand or water games and puzzles ICT role play numeracy outdoor play and physical education "Learning by doing" is carried out, in one way, by the frequent trips we take. The children take trips during the year to cultural events, post office, market, zoo, library, churches, art museums, the Parliament house. Trips are a rich resource for: starting a child's imaginary play understanding their world through a real experience learning vocabulary, English and Finnish. During your visit, we will be happy to explain how young children learn English in our program. Childrens´s Accomplishments are assessed and shared with parents twice per year in a private parent-teacher meeting. The report covers all areas of development for the young child. Garden City Playschool | TAPIOLA and WESTEND | +358 (0) 43 2113 321