The children's house, Bukit Jalil City, Kuala Lumpur
by Felicia Yen .
on 21/06/2019
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The children’s house, Bukit Jalil City, Kuala Lumpur offers a progressive Montessori education in a warm, supportive learning environment where children can develop and blossom into confident, creative and compassionate leaders of tomorrow. The school embodies the very essence of what a school should be: a stimulating curriculum that encourages children to thrive, a place where communication is open, dedicated facilitators prepare children with the skills they need to succeed, carefully appointed spaces to provide an environment conducive to learning, and a vibrant community that truly feels like an extended family.
Children begin their educational journey of self-discovery here at a tender age of 8 months. A unique introduction of Montessori learning practices is offered to children during this fertile period of cognitive development within a well-prepared environment, where furniture is scaled to the size that provides ultimate accessibility and comfort to young children. In the classrooms, the freedom of choice and movement is a regular practice. While children are given access to countless explorations, it all takes place in an environment with healthy limitations. Therefore, children learn to respect themselves, each other and their environment, which will be valuable for a lifetime.
It Is an Educational Journey, Not a Race
Take a walk through the collaborative environment and you will come to find children of multi-age groups, each engaged in an activity either individually or in small groups. Some may be exploring geometric solids while some are busy trying to identify mysterious objects through their senses. This setting of mixed ages allows younger children to observe and learn from their older counterparts, while the older bunch gets to build leadership skills as they help their younger friends. Learning is self-directed, not forced but gently guided by the teacher. The curriculum builds on daily routines and opportunities designed to introduce children to early concepts and lifelong skills. The classroom is not chaotic, and the mood is calm. Welcome to a typical day at The children’s house, Bukit Jalil City, Kuala Lumpur.
Daily Routine
Teachers aim to spur children’s curiosity and allow them to build a strong foundation of early learning fundamentals at their own pace. Children’s interests and ideas are incorporated in the planning process so that each child feels valued. Carefully planned elements including circle time, group presentation, story time and free choice of activities lead children towards the mastery of intellectual and life skills.
The daily schedule addresses a full range of cognitive, social, emotional and physical needs of children up to age 6 and is sequenced for optimal learning. Areas of the curriculum are intriguingly interconnected to enhance children’s natural learning process. It incorporates Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Number Work and Culture. Every aspect of this exceptional educational experience:
- Allows children to learn by doing and using their senses to explore;
- Cultivates language and cognitive development;
- Fosters independence through practical life skills;
- Strengthens fine and gross motor development;
- Instills social and interpersonal skills; and
- Inculcates kindness, confidence, and respect for the global society at large.
As children progress fluidly through the years, they go through incredible transformation. They are encouraged to engage in daily explorations, express their minds, think critically and stretch themselves as far as they can go. Each child’s unique remarkable traits are nurtured to propel the child towards reaching his or her fullest potential. The ultimate objective is to help them learn independently and retain the curiosity and creativity that they were born with. Education here at The children’s house, Bukit Jalil City, Kuala Lumpur is a journey, not a race.
Fostering Independent, Compassionate and Responsible Future Generations Since 1986
The faculty comprises qualified, experienced Montessori educators who are highly committed to focusing on each child as an individual, and getting children’s hearts and minds open to learning. They know each child’s strengths and weaknesses, personalities and interests well, and enriches the programmes for progress and accomplishments. This devotion, along with a proven curriculum, and an informed, active parent body, creates a purposeful atmosphere that adequately equips and inspires children for a lifetime.
