“Let ME do it, Mamma”….. “Teacher I want to do it, I will do it by myself.” We often hear young toddlers saying that confidently. As they master new skills or take on some responsibility, they begin to see themselves as being capable. These confident calls are nothing but signs of early independence that needs encouragement.
From infancy, humans seem to be on a quest for independence. Independence for these young ones is about doing thing on their own, taking decisions and taking their responsibilities. This is an important skill for children to learn to cope with in adulthood. The preschool years are a time to gain the intellectual, verbal, and social-emotional skills to tackle more tasks independently. The preschools & daycare curriculum plays a major role here. The activities, teachings and the environment at school helps in shaping up children’s personality and make them self-sufficient. The learning at this stage lays foundation in children’s life, preparing them as independent & free citizens of our country.
These leading preschools teach children to be independent. This is done slowly over time as young children move from full dependence on their parents to complete independence. By world class curriculum and thoughtful methodology behind these preschools, lay a strong foundation for coming generations.
Building independence in every child is essential to prepare them for the demands and responsibilities of adulthood. This is done slowly over time as young children move from full dependence on their parents to complete independence. We have structured, age and development appropriate activities. For toddlers, ages 2-3, have them pick up their toys after play, put their clothes in their bags. For pre-schoolers, ages 4-5, have them help you set the table with supervision, pick up their meal plates and put in the basket. We are patient as every child needs time to master new skills. We are supportive and encouraging so that they gain confidence in their own abilities. This helps the child become more independent. We praise every child’s accomplishments, focusing on rewarding their efforts rather than just the outcome by saying the nicest words which comforts their mind. The child needs to understand that every activity he/she is involved will be appreciated.
Few instances what we do at Ipsaa to make children independent: –
- Putting away toys. We try to make this a priority as much as possible – and do it together! through various games and songs
- We plan fun food activities to encourage children to try new foods. Read a book about a new food, and then serve the new food as a snack when children are hungry. Let children help prepare foods. Getting children involved in food preparation will boost self-confidence, and may encourage them to try the food they helped create again make them independent.
Kingdom of Kids Delhi
KINGDOM OF KIDS, is run under Sri Ram Education Trust. Ms. Namita Kapoor, Director, believes that each child is Unique and has a bounty of hidden potentials that needs to be nurtured. They focus on making kids Independent by providing opportunities to enhance their strengths. They integrate fostering of the child’s sense of wonder and natural curiosity and the exploration of this through PLAY. At Kingdom of Kids, Mentors recognize the innate creativity of each child through creative responses and expressions. Entire curriculum is based on inter-relationships, by encouraging and enhancing participation that enables a communication network leading to more reciprocal knowledge. Mentors at KINGDOM OF KIDS are facilitators that help the child to explore their potentials providing an atmosphere of trust, care and love, a feeling of oneness, and a home away from home.
Medhaam, Gurgaon
Medhaam is an institution that goes beyond providing knowledge to children. Aruna Sharma, Director, Medhaam says that, It embraces the vision to become an association that builds not just the intellect but also the minds of children and inculcates wisdom. Medhaam believes in allowing children and mentors the freedom of expression. The right to express oneself freely is central to the Medhaam approach. Encouraging mentors to think, share their thoughts and then implement what is best for the children under their care.
How does Medhaam help a child to be independent? By bridging a child’s potential and the actualization of that potential. By uniting the child’s innate abilities with the skills and understanding necessary for succeeding in the world. By enabling the child to build connects with the world and to become a wise citizen of the world. Well trained and passionate mentors not only provide tender love and care but also keenly observe the child’s latent talent and guide them to the desired learning outcome.
Kinder Plume Gurgaon
Kinder Plume is the brainchild of Divya J Bawa (Co-founder). Kinder Plume is a growing chain of preschools which are on the cutting edge of child friendly learning.
As they say ‘the dawn shows the day’, our little one’s learning abilities and skills depend greatly on his experiences at the Kinder Plume. The unique 5-E teaching methodology at Kinder Plume is designed and developed to ensure that your little one cultivates inquisitiveness and retains his creative spirit and love for learning all through his life. At Kinder Plume it is ensured that children find it possible to obtain a tolerant, liberal environment with the freedom of expression and mind that naturally comes to them. Learning objectives are designed within a supportive and stress – free environment. Kinder Plume inculcates overall development and self-assurance within an encouraging, supportive environment of academic learning and co-curricular activities.
Mini Marvel Gurgaon
Satyender Gupta, Founder at Mini Marvel Gurgaon says,” Our aim is to Nurture every child’s inherent curiosity, creativity and learning ability in an ecosystem that respects values promotes the idea of tolerance and love. ‘Kids unplugged’ is the objective and guiding philosophy, born out of concern for today’s children who are losing out on their childhood with too much dependence on technology and gadgets”. The emphasis is therefore majorly on experiential learning with engagement, enjoyment and exploration being the buzz words. The educational environment is tailored to basic characteristics of children at different ages and personalities so as to help achieve their maximum potential. Highly experienced and trained faculty helps each child develop independently through activities designed to facilitate movement and activity. Children are encouraged to appreciate values and to live in harmony with nature and their surroundings.
Its important for children to learn being independent & self-sufficient early in their lives. And these preschools by their global curriculum, well researched approach & friendly & stress free environment promotes early independence. They in their own are making a contribution to our country, helping brining up a responsible & confident generation.
For more information on these preschools and daycares, parents can register here.