The Supervisors operate a continuous pre-kinder programme for the children, involving concurrent indoor and out door age appropriate activities. Children may choose to play individually or in small groups, independently or with adults, indoor or outdoor throughout the session. This programme provides an environment which is a natural extension of the home where the child’s play moves between the indoors and outdoors depending on needs and interests. The continuous programme allows children to play uninterrupted. Children become decision makers by choosing where they will play, with whom and for how long and whether they will join a smaller or larger group. Self confidence and independence are further enhanced as children are able to follow their interests and initiate and complete activities without unnecessary adult interruption or redirection.

There are periods of whole group activities where the children can develop their love of dramatic play, rhymes, music and movement. The children especially enjoy singing accompanied by Jenny on her guitar; developing rhythm and lovely singing voices. Listening to books and stories allows children to become aware of the rhythm and sound of language and practise the skills of concentration and sitting quietly.

Children are continuously learning through play. At Puddleduck we provide the necessary developmentally appropriate, child friendly activities and routines where creativity and imagination are encouraged in all expressional modes of play, limited only by the need for safety and security. At Puddleduck children can enjoy the wonderment of childhood.