Nursery Curriculum

A Strong Early Foundation Through Purposeful Learning

Our Nursery Curriculum blends guided play, early literacy, numeracy, creativity, social development, moral formation, and practical discovery to prepare children confidently for primary school and lifelong learning.

Learning That Feels Natural

Children learn through stories, songs, movement, conversation, structured play, creative work, and teacher-guided exploration.

Balanced Learning for the Whole Child

The nursery years are not just preparation for primary school; they are the foundation of confidence, language, behaviour, curiosity, independence, and learning attitude.

At Sander Jesus Academy, our curriculum supports each child’s intellectual, emotional, social, physical, moral, and creative development through structured but age-appropriate learning experiences.

Early Literacy

Phonics, vocabulary, listening, speaking, rhymes, storytelling, and reading readiness.

Guided Play

Purposeful play activities that build thinking, coordination, problem-solving, and confidence.

What Our Nursery Curriculum Develops

Each area is intentionally planned to help children grow in knowledge, communication, character, confidence, creativity, and school readiness.

01

Phonics & Language

Letter sounds, vocabulary, listening, speaking, oral confidence, rhymes, stories, and early reading habits.

02

Numbers & Reasoning

Counting, matching, sorting, patterns, shapes, colours, comparison, measurement, and early problem-solving.

03

Creative Expression

Painting, drawing, craft, music, movement, storytelling, imagination, and confidence in self-expression.

04

Social Development

Sharing, cooperation, patience, communication, courtesy, teamwork, empathy, and healthy friendships.

05

Physical Development

Fine motor skills, pencil grip, cutting, threading, balance, movement, coordination, and active play.

06

Environmental Awareness

Basic science discovery, nature, hygiene, healthy habits, objects around us, and simple observation skills.

07

Moral Formation

Respect, honesty, kindness, responsibility, neatness, prayerful values, self-control, and good manners.

08

School Readiness

Routine, independence, attention span, task completion, confidence, listening skills, and primary preparation.

Structured, Joyful and Age-Appropriate

Our nursery teaching method is built around practical experiences, guided discovery, repetition, conversation, play, songs, visuals, movement, and caring teacher support.

Children are not pressured beyond their stage. They are gradually led to develop confidence, concentration, curiosity, and foundational academic skills.

Circle Time and Conversation

Children build confidence through greetings, songs, storytelling, oral expression, and guided class discussion.

Hands-On Learning

Objects, toys, cards, puzzles, books, blocks, and creative materials make concepts visible and memorable.

Guided Practice

Teachers support tracing, colouring, counting, reading readiness, writing posture, and task completion step by step.

Learning Through Play

Purposeful play builds creativity, social confidence, coordination, problem-solving, and emotional security.

Learning Steps That Grow With the Child

Our curriculum is progressive. Each class level strengthens the child’s foundation while preparing them for the next stage of learning.

The goal is not rushed schooling. The goal is confident development — academically, socially, emotionally, and morally.

Nursery 1

Settling, Speech and Early Discovery

Children develop classroom routine, basic language, social confidence, sensory exploration, colours, shapes, and simple counting.

Nursery 2

Phonics, Numbers and Creative Confidence

Learners build stronger phonics awareness, pencil control, number recognition, storytelling, guided play, and early independence.

Nursery 3

Reading Readiness and Primary Preparation

Children strengthen letter sounds, tracing, simple reading, early writing, numeracy, attention span, confidence, and school readiness.

Gentle Monitoring, Not Pressure

Our assessment system helps teachers understand each child’s growth, support areas of need, and communicate meaningful progress to parents.

Observation

Teachers observe language, behaviour, coordination, confidence, interaction, independence, and learning habits.

Class Activities

Worksheets, tracing, oral response, creative tasks, reading attempts, counting activities, and guided practice show progress.

Parent Feedback

Parents receive updates that reflect the child’s academic, social, emotional, and developmental growth.

Give Your Child a Purposeful Nursery Foundation

At Sander Jesus Academy, our nursery curriculum helps young learners grow with confidence, discipline, creativity, communication, and readiness for the next stage of school life.