Jr. Kindergarten
Age Group – 3.5 – 4.5 Years
Duration – 3 Hours/Day
Timings – 10.30 am to 1.30 pm
Junior Kindergarten (Jr. KG) marks an exciting milestone in a child’s educational journey, serving as their first formal introduction to structured learning. Jr. KG is a crucial stage in early childhood education that focuses on nurturing various aspects of a child’s development.
At this stage, the emphasis is not only on academic readiness but also on fostering social, emotional, and physical growth. Jr. KG classrooms provide a safe and supportive environment where children can explore, discover, and engage in hands-on activities that stimulate their curiosity and creativity. The curriculum for Junior Kindergarten (JR KG) typically focuses on providing young children with a well-rounded educational experience that nurtures their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Key Areas in Jr. Kindergarten Curriculum
Language Development
Mathematics
Fine and Gross Motor Skills Development
Social, Cognitive and Emotional Development
Creative Arts
Science and Nature Exploration
Cultural Awareness and Diversity
Health and Personal Hygiene
CURRICULUM TRANSACTION
Jr. Kindergarten Curriculum
Curriculum Transacted by using following methods & techniques
- Hands-On Learning Activities
- Structured Learning Centres
- Thematic Units – Integrate learning across multiple subjects
- Story-Based Learning by using puppet shows and role-playing
- Emergent Literacy Activities – Letter tracing, letter-sound matching games, rhyming activities, and shared writing experiences to support literacy development.
- Math Manipulative
- Guided Group Instruction
- Interactive Technology
- Collaborative Projects
- Outdoor Exploration and Physical Activity
- Differentiated Instruction