Early Years Education
Pre-school, Kindergarten & Nursery (Ages 2–5). Where every child's journey begins with joy.
Give Your Child a Strong Foundation
The early years are the most critical period in a child's development. At Longson College, our Early Years program provides a warm, stimulating environment where children develop the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills they need to thrive.
Our experienced early childhood educators use play-based, child-centered methods that make learning natural and enjoyable. Every activity is carefully designed to spark curiosity and build confidence, so your child enters primary school ready and eager to learn.
Three Stages of Early Learning
Pre-school
Ages 2–3Our pre-school program introduces your little ones to the school environment through sensory play, social interaction, and guided exploration. Children develop basic motor skills, early language, and social confidence in a warm, safe setting.
Key Focus Areas:
- Sensory play & exploration
- Early language development
- Basic motor skills
- Social interaction
- Music & movement
- Arts & crafts
Kindergarten
Ages 3–4Kindergarten builds on pre-school foundations with more structured activities. Children are introduced to phonics, number recognition, creative play, and begin to develop pre-reading and pre-writing skills.
Key Focus Areas:
- Phonics introduction
- Number recognition
- Creative play activities
- Nature exploration
- Pre-reading skills
- Story time & rhymes
Nursery
Ages 4–5Our nursery program prepares children for primary school with a more formal learning structure. Students develop early reading, basic writing, counting, and foundational skills across multiple subjects.
Key Focus Areas:
- Early reading & writing
- Basic arithmetic
- Science & nature
- Arts & creativity
- Physical education
- Social & emotional development
How We Teach Young Learners
Play-Based Learning
Children learn best through play. Our activities are designed to teach while having fun.
Nurturing Environment
Small class sizes and caring teachers ensure every child feels safe, seen, and loved.
Creative Expression
Art, music, dance, and drama help children express themselves and develop creativity.
Outdoor Activities
Regular outdoor play promotes physical development, curiosity, and a love for nature.
Early Literacy
Age-appropriate reading and writing activities build a strong foundation for future learning.
Music & Movement
Songs, rhythms, and dance develop coordination, memory, and joy in learning.
Daily Schedule
Arrival & Free Play
Settling in, greeting friends, independent play activities
Morning Circle
Songs, calendar, weather, theme introduction
Guided Learning
Literacy, numeracy, and themed activities
Snack & Break
Healthy snack time and outdoor play
Creative Time
Art, music, drama, and hands-on projects
Story & Review
Story time, what we learned today, prep for pickup
Dismissal
Safe pickup by parents/guardians
Give Your Child the Best Start
Enroll in our Early Years program and watch your child fall in love with learning.