According to the Department of Health and Social Services (Western Cape) Early Childhood Development (ECD) is “an umbrella term which implies to the process by which children from birth to nine years grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally, socially and morally.” Pinocchio Crèche strives to provide activities that are designed to stimulate creativity, self-expression, exploration, and individual growth, development of motor skills, listening /communication skills, cognitive skills, emotional/social skills, and environmental awareness.
- Toddlers (24 months – 356months): Stimulating creative activities, problem solving, games using the imagination and language development.
- Pre-scholars (3years – 5years): From the age of 3years, children are gradually introduced to various activities that will enhance their physical, social and emotional, and mental development, in preparation for Grade “R”. A progress report will be sent to each parent on a quarterly basis. 5 year old pupils graduating to Grade “R” will receive a special certificate at the end of the year – together with a portfolio of evidence containing examples of the work done during the year.
- All Pinocchio Crèche children participate in a music, gardening, drama and dance appreciation program, which is presented to the parents, friends and family at the end of year concert and graduation. This program is vitally important for the development of the child’s motor and cognitive skills.