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Nursery(ASHER-Class)
The Nursery or Toddler Class, referred to as ASHER at Gracefields Academy, is focused on providing foundational learning experiences for toddlers. This level builds on basic social and motor skills while gently introducing children to structured routines. The program prepares toddlers for more advanced learning in kindergarten, incorporating early Montessori techniques to encourage self-paced exploration and independence.
Age Group: Toddlers (typically 1 to 2 years)
• Class Size: Maximum of 15 children to allow for individualized guidance and support.
• Activities:
• Early literacy and numeracy skills through play-based learning
• Hands-on activities for fine motor development (e.g., stacking blocks, puzzles)
• Introduction to routine and self-help skills (e.g., tidying up, snack time)
• Socialization and cooperative play to foster interaction and communication skills
Nursery Curriculum (Ages 2 to 3 years)
The nursery curriculum introduces foundational learning concepts through structured play, social interaction, and creative exploration. The goal is to prepare children for kindergarten by building their cognitive, emotional, and social skills while encouraging curiosity and independence.
Core Areas of Development:
1. Early Literacy Skills
• Activities: Letter recognition, phonics through songs, storytelling, and picture books
• Goal: Spark a love for reading and language
2. Numeracy Skills
• Activities: Counting objects, pattern recognition, shape sorting
• Goal: Build number sense and basic mathematical understanding
3. Creative Expression
• Activities: Finger painting, crafting, music, and dance
• Goal: Encourage imagination and self-expression
4. Physical Development
• Activities: Outdoor play, climbing, dancing, and balancing games
• Goal: Strengthen gross and fine motor skills
5. Social Skills
• Activities: Group play, sharing, turn-taking, and role-playing
• Goal: Develop empathy, cooperation, and communication
6. Independence and Life Skills
• Activities: Simple chores (tidying up, pouring drinks), dressing up games
• Goal: Build confidence in handling everyday tasks
Nursery Teachers
Nursery teachers at Gracefields Academy are creative, energetic, and trained to make learning fun and engaging for young children. They hold certifications in early childhood education and have experience applying the Ghana Education Curriculum and Montessori principles.
• Key Qualities:
• Creative and resourceful in designing interactive and play-based learning experiences
• Empathetic and skilled at fostering positive relationships with children
• Organized and detail-oriented to manage classroom routines effectively
• Roles:
• Guide children through early literacy and numeracy activities
• Encourage teamwork and social skills through group activities
• Monitor and assess each child’s developmental progress, providing individual attention as needed
• Act as role models, teaching children values like kindness, patience, and respect
Nursery teachers maintain an open line of communication with parents, sharing weekly updates about classroom activities and individual progress, ensuring parents are actively involved in their child’s education journey.
Stats:
• Capacity: 15 children
• Staff-to-child ratio: 1:5, with additional support staff
Gracefields Academy is a premier educational institution with the aim of providing
a loving, supportive and safe environment where the love of God is imprinted in the lives of children, while imparting world-class knowledge to them in the various spheres of life, developing their individualities and helping them to excel academically and morally to become beacons of hope in their communities.