FAQ
Why is preschool so crucial in the life of a child? What problems can a kid face if he or she skips preschool?
Ø Without Preschool, Peer Relations Can Be Stunted
Ø Those who receive early childhood education, one or two years of quality preschool, are more likely to succeed in elementary school,and less likely to drop out of school when they get into intermediate, secondary, and beyond.
Ø students who receive high-quality early education perform far better in elementary maths than students who have received no preschool.
Ø They May Struggle In Middle School – Middle school is often where education begins to hit the skids. The transition between elementary and intermediate school is made easier if the foundation is solid, which preschool helps achieve.
What are the major skills my child will gain through the preschool education ?
Ø Social and emotional skills
Ø Motor skills
Ø Cognitive skills
Ø Decision-making skills
Ø Creativity and curiosity
Ø problem-solving skills
What curriculum is the basis of your education?
Based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, education programs are designed to encourage positive, stimulating growth and development; free expression; and healthy communication skills. We recognize that each child is different and endeavor to deliver the best possible experience in the most flexible manner. Throughout our curriculum, we focus on the ability to communicate understandings, to apply knowledge to novel situations and to solve problems.
What is the teaching and learning approach?
Our teaching methodology is it to show the respect for the child and at the same time values the role of families, teachers, community and the environment. Children learn effectively when they are provided with opportunities to play and explore, be actively involved in their learning and can create and think critically as this allows children to be motivated, engaged and thinking for themselves.
Will my child be safe while using the transport facility provided by the nursery?
Well-equipped transport facility is available for all children living in Dubai. Skilled and experienced drivers are selected for running the nursery buses. Trained bus assistants are always there in the bus to help children board and depart the bus.
How can I help my child settle-in to the Nursery quicker?
At the start of a new term and to avoid unnecessary distress to your child, it is important to let your child gradually get used to their new surroundings and to become familiar with the nursery team. We encourage parents to leave their children for short periods of time each day. Each child and their needs differ so the length of time for settling-in varies from child to child and may take up to 2 weeks. This gradual attendance helps reassure your child that you will be coming back to collect him/her and ensures a smooth transition into nursery. If you have any concerns please speak to our manager, who will be happy to advise you.
Will the nursery staff assist my child with eating?
Children enjoy snack time as part of a social experience as well as time of learning. Teachers and children sit together during snack time and discuss the food brought by children while linking it to the 7 areas of learning. Eating in a relaxed social group often helps a fussy eater consume foods sent from home. We will offer your child food and drink from their packed lunch that you have provided. Our team members will encourage your child to eat and will assist them as required. We do not discard any uneaten food so you are able to check your child’s lunchbox at the end of each day to see how much they have eaten. Teachers will also suggest food your child shows an interest in during snack time.
Infants
Toddlers
Preschool
Parents can access information instantly about their child(ren)’s classroom activities, schedule, and plans through our Skole Portal, which also provides access to family contact information and is where parents can update emergency contacts or the list of individuals allowed to pick up their child(ren). In addition to class specific information, all school events, notices, weekly newsletters from classroom teachers, monthly newsletters from specials teachers, Parent Association news and minutes, directory listings, school calendars, and photos live on the secure Parent Portal. In the higher grades at the Elementary School, parents can also see students’ homework assignments and test dates on the Parent Portal. In addition, we host numerous informational events for families throughout the year and send out Schoolroom Notes, our bi-annual all school newsletter, and our annual report.
Kindergarden
All class lists will be posted at the PTA social on the afternoon before school starts in August. They will also be accessible at the front door facing Washington Boulevard overnight.
Flex Care
Our locations have both different hours and different services, but all have flex care for the ease of parents! Skole: Skole: Los Angeles currently do not offer traditional full time care. Skole: Los Angeles’ part time is 20 hours a week. Skole: NE Portland has traditional full time and flex care services available. We do not accept infants after 6pm at our Oregon locations.
All class lists will be posted at the PTA social on the afternoon before school starts in August. They will also be accessible at the front door facing Washington Boulevard overnight.
For Oregon, you do not need to bring them in for Drop-in, but do require them for Full Time. But it’s great if you can bring them in for us. We do require vaccinations. For LA, both immunization records and vaccinations are required whether or not you are using Drop-in or Full Time. Skole’s immunization rates are here and you can find the Multnomah County Immunization Rates here, Clackamas County here, and Washington County here.
Art Program
All class lists will be posted at the PTA social on the afternoon before school starts in August. They will also be accessible at the front door facing Washington Boulevard overnight.