EMPOWERED TO BE GOOD STUDENTS.

The Gold Coast Montessori curriculum at Fridays Child is based on the idea that all children are talented and capable people, and do best when they’re empowered to explore, investigate and internalize knowledge. So every day here, children participate in engaging activities that teach basic concepts and develop their ability to think critically. We prepare children to meet and exceed the latest Preschool Readiness Standards and beyond.

FOUNDATIONAL CONCEPTS:

Shapes, colors, motor skills, following instructions.

We work with children to recognise shapes, colors, directions and structure using a variety of materials, from blocks to fabrics. We might blend colors in the art center, or study which shapes fit best together in a puzzle. Sorting and matching by like characteristics deepens understanding, while games and dances incorporating concepts like over, under, right and left help develop motor skills.

LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT:

Letters, words, sounds, retention.

At Fridays Child Montessori on the Gold Coast, learning is everywhere, from shelves and baskets labeled with words and pictures to games of matching. We might read a story and ask open-ended questions to encourage input, or focus children on the letter sounds in their own names. Throughout each month we facilitate individual journal time, helping children learn how to communicate complex thoughts, as well as develop basic phonics (with Jolly Phonics - proven and time tested to work) and spelling skills.

In the video below, Snake and Inky Mouse are teaching Bee to read but poor Brett the copier man isn’t allowed in! Maybe he can read already?

MATH DEVELOPMENT:

Size, shape, alike and different, counting, numbers.

We all use math concepts every single day and so do the children at Fridays Child. We might create a People Graph by grouping children by the color of their shirts, or create collections of certain numbers of objects. From recognising numbers and counting, to helping work out how many plates or cups are needed for lunch, children learn the basic skills they’ll need for a good foundation in mathematics.

To experience Fridays Child Gold Coast Montessori for yourself, please take our virtual tour or call us on (07) 55782092 to book a free trial day now.