Our Teaching Learning Approaches

The Vaachi pre-primary school curriculum comprises of a balanced blend of globally accepted and approved teaching and learning approaches high scope approach 9Q framework holistic development mindfulness approach six pillars character development. Our innovative curriculum is a well blended and an amalgamation of these approaches. Designed specifically for an all-round development of the child, taking in to account their cognitive, physical, social, emotional and sensorial abilities. This is the appropriate age where children are high curious very observant and eager to know and learn.

Holistic Development

Holistic Development is an approach to learning in early childhood that emphasises the importance of the physical, emotional and psychological well-being of children.Holistic education instills curiosity and develop better communication and social skills. Holistic approach encourage children to make connection in a subject, using their creative skills. Develop psychological, social, and emotional growth. Make learning natural and engaging A holistic approach pays attention to children's physical, personal, social, emotional wellbeing as well as cognitive aspects of learning. Children's learning can be seen as integrated and interconnected, even if an educator may plan or assess with a focus on particular outcome of component of learning.An integrated, holistic approach to teaching and learning also focuses on connections to the natural world.

9Q Framework

Six Pillars

The Core ethical values that transcend cultural,religious and socioeconomic differences used within the Character Counts program of 'The six pillars of character' approach is integrated in the curriculum helps instill a positive atmosphere in the school. It also develops in the students a culture of kindness which creates a conducive atmosphere for students to learn.

High Scope

The High Scope is a developmentally appropriate approach that is child centered and promotes active learning. The use of learning centers, active learning, and the plan-do-review cycle, as well as allowing children to progress at their own pace, provides for children's individual and special needs.There are number of advantages to implementing the High Scope approach: It offers a method for implementing a constructivist-based program that has its roots in Dewey’s philosophy and Piagetian cognitive theory. It is widely popular and has been extensively researched and teste It is research based and it works. As a result, the High Scope approach is viewed by early childhood practitioners as one that implements many of the best practices embraced by the profession.

Mind Fullness

The benefits of helping kids be mindful has been gaining attention. Improved behavior and focus is a plus for all kids.Also, kids who struggle in school who may have developed negative experiences that can lead to negative thinking. Those experiences can decrease their inspiration and make them feel defeated. Being able to recognize those negative thoughts and block them help kids stay focused and positive.

Practicing Mindfulness Mindfulness may not come naturally to most kids, but it can be learned that is exactly what we do through this program Practicing mindfulness typically involves many excrcises and strategies to develop an individuals focus,attention and concentration. This approach enable a child to handle negative emotions and situations. Mindfulness doesn’t help kids only in the short term. It can also help them build long-term strengths. Mindfulness can also help kids become more self aware and gain self esteem. The more strategies kids have for handling emotions, the more equipped they will be to tackle challenges. Mindfulness teaches kids to focus on the present. There are lots of ways to practice mindfulness, which is integrated in the curriculum.