In the Scotch College Preschool we use a variety of curriculum documents that support the principles fundamental to good practice in Early Childhood settings. A play based curriculum is essential in providing children with the knowledge, skills and attitudes they will need in life.

Some of these include:

• Positive sense of self
• Perseverance
• Speech and language
• Respect and fairness
• Listening skills
• Fine motor and gross motor skills
• Questioning skills
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Early literacy
• Independence
• Creative expression
• Conflict resolution
• Early numeracy
• Group skills
• Musical appreciation
• Leadership skills
• Problem solving
• Decision making skills
• Positive self expression
• Imaginative thought

Children are offered a variety of opportunities for learning in an environment where they can explore, manipulate, discover, experiment and express themselves in many ways.

In being actively involved in their own learning and receiving positive feedback, children develop independence, problem solving strategies and life skills.

All the senses are involved as children are given time to explore fully the materials provided and to meet people from across the College campus and the community.