StarCare

StarCare

If you like our tri-program offering and wish that your child has more days to work on these skills, you may consider our StarKinder program that bundles our signature StarEnglish, StarMath and StarMandarin core program with other subjects. This program provides stimulating and inspiring experiences for preschool students, building a solid foundation for future intellectual, physical and social development.

The curriculum is presented through hands-on learning experiences that focus on the strengths, needs and interests of these young students. In addition to in-class core curricular instructions, kindergarten students receive specialized instruction in music, library, drama, science and technology as well as opportunities for indoor play.

How this program helps

Conducted in a small student to teacher ratio, your child will get the attention they need and deserve plus learning through a proven and tested program.  We make learning fun and engaging for our 3 to 6 years old children.

These fun-filled interactive literacy and numeracy classes introduce sounds, letters, handwriting and basic mathematical concepts in a way that encourages stress-free, easy learning. Not only that, your child will also be exposed to social and emotional learning and follow classroom routine.  Apart from other subjects, our children will be learning through our featured core subjects:

StarEnglish

  • Best proven Phonics programs in Australia & New Zaland. Develop phonics skills and introduction of handwriting formation for young learners
  • Sight word vocabulary
  • Foundational reading skills in Readers Workshop, based on students’ independent reading levels
  • Exposure to wide range of literature to introduce listening, retelling and comprehension skills
  • Written expression within Writing Workshop 

StarMath

  • Learning Singapore Math follows a Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract (CPA) approachthat helps students understand math by building on existing knowledge
  • Introduction and development of number sense using various strategies including Singapore Math and hands-on learning
  • Problem-solving skills and strategies in class

Science

  • Active, hands-on, and inquiry based units inspired by the natural world
  • Themes may include; My Five Senses, Season Changes, Exploring Day and Night, Big Dino Dig and Visiting the Rain Forest

Technology

  • Identifying the parts of a computer
  • Keys necessary to use the computer as a learning tool
  • International Learning Websites that tie into thematic units studied in kindergarten
  • Interactive lessons on the SMART Table

Music

  • Instill a fundamental appreciation for music through listening, singing and moving to folk, classical, traditional and a wide array of multicultural children’s music
  • Students are gently encouraged to participate in simple dances, musical ensembles and songs in a warm and nurturing environment
  • Keeping a steady beat, pitch recognition, tone color and musical styles are emphasized well as identification of orchestral musical instruments

Physical Education

  • Introduction different motor skills and movement patterns that develop spatial awareness and body control
  • Creative movement in time to a beat
  • Rope and hoop activities to improve coordination and balance
  • Object manipulation and tracking

Character Education

  • Integrated through all aspects of the curriculum using literature, discussion and activities
  • Positive character traits reinforced through stuffed animals, such as Patience Koala, Kangaroo, Platypus
  • Different topics on each month and activities for kids to understand the character development in depth and able to apply in their daily life (including but not limited to):

Speech & Drama

We combine a structured & fun mix of public speaking & presentation skills PLUS practical drama-based exercises to help children become more confident, creative & capable communicators for life.

Our comprehensive program helps students develop the many elements such as speech clarity, vocal variety, vocal projection, expression, body language plus much more

  • Learn structured public speaking skills
  • Speak with greater clarity & expression
  • Communicate with confidence & purpose
  • Develop confidence & self esteem
  • Build creativity & quick thinking
  • Build self awareness & leadership skills
  • Learn practical performance skills
  • Overcome nervousness & build assertiveness
  • Video recording of the presentation and invite the parents to participate the drama/ presentation performance 2 to 4 times a year.

Signature Experiences with StarKinder

  • Field Trips to local attractions
  • Musical & Drama performance with regular interaction with parents
  • Opportunity to join Virtual Tour (via Zoom) to local attractions (out of state) and to Australia. Children can ask questions directly to the host teacher.