Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a Preschool?
A preschool is an educational institutional for children too young for a formal School. It may not be a place where formal education is imparted, but it is definitely a place where children get their first taste of independence. For parents, it is also a place where toddlers will meet, play and spend time together under the supervision of trained staff.
2. What should I expect my child to learn in a preschool?
At preschools, children are exposed to a lot of learning activities that help them get independent faster. These help develop in children qualities like eating food themselves; maintain cleanliness, etiquettes like exchanging greetings, sharing of food and toys, listening to and following instructions. One very big advantage is that as they interact with other children of their own age, they tend to develop language and social skills at a faster pace. Preschools like ours prepare children for bigger Schools instilling self confidence and independence in them.
3. What are the programs that are offered by LITTLE STARS SCHOOL?
LITTLE STARS SCHOOL offers well-defined and age-appropriate programs, as follows:
4. Are there any entrance test / interview for the admission process?
Yes, entrance test and short interviews are held for new students.
5. What is the procedure for enrolment to LITTLE STARS SCHOOL?
LITTLE STARS SCHOOL adopts a first- come- first-admit policy for enrolment to its programs. The documentation requirements are as given below:
- Duly filled admission form
- Photocopy of the birth certificate.
- 4 Recent photographs of the child.
- Parents ID Proof photocopy
- Parents Photo
6. What is the assessment process at LITTLE STARS SCHOOL?
At LITTLE STARS SCHOOL we follow the Continuous & Compressive Evaluation (CCE) Approach, thus monitoring the child’s growth and progress on a daily basis. The child’s performance is evaluated on the seven areas of development which are Cognitive Development, Fine Motor Development, Gross Motor Development, Language Development, Socio-emotional development, Personal Awareness and Individual Potential.
7. Will my child be able to follow English, if it is not spoken at home?
At LITTLE STARS SCHOOL, we have children of varied nationalities and cultures. Although, as a rule English is a medium of instruction, the teachers help the children learn and understand the language being spoken to them. It has been observed that in a very short time, children overcome the language barriers and their language skills develop tremendously as they learn many new English words everyday.
8. Do young children need to be toilet trained before they begin School?
Ideally, a child should be toilet trained when he/she starts school. However, at LITTLE STARS SCHOOL staff ensures high standards of hygiene at all times.
9. When does the academic session commence at LITTLE STARS SCHOOL?
The academic sessions starts from 1st April and ends 15th March.
10. What should a parent look for when he/ she visits a pre-school?
When considering prospective preschools, parents should keep in mind the following:
- What is the schools general teaching philosophy?
- the classrooms bright, airy and tastefully decorated with self affirming images?
- What is the daily curriculum?
- Do the children look happy?
- Are there large enough play areas?
- Are there plenty of toys and learning materials?
- Is the environment safe and child friendly?