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Social and emotional development is one of the six core areas in the Building Blocks curriculum. The school describes learning goals such as developing self-awareness, managing emotions, building positive relationships, and showing respect for diversity. These are integrated into daily activities, alongside opportunities for children to practise cooperation and empathy. Provision is embedded into the curriculum rather than offered as a separate programme. No additional staffing or dedicated SEL specialists are mentioned on the website.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision. While English is the primary language of instruction and Chinese/Second Language is taught as part of the curriculum, there is no mention of targeted support programmes for students who are not yet proficient in English.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental well-being initiatives, programmes, or staff support for students’ mental health.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection policies.
Children’s Cove Preschool – Pasir Ris is located at 443 Pasir Ris Drive 6, within the Pasir Ris neighbourhood and close to Sea Shell Park and the local Heartland Mall area. The campus highlights flexible learning spaces inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, including a spacious library and cozy reading nooks, and promotes easy access to a playground and garden. The broader Children’s Cove curriculum features Building Blocks areas such as Aesthetics & Creative Expression (Performing Arts and Visual Art), Discovery of the World (including cookery, safety, and health), Language & Literacy (English and Chinese/Second Language), Motor Skills, Numeracy, and Social & Emotional Development. A distinctive aspect across Children’s Cove is the nature-connected environment referenced in school pages and the group’s emphasis on outdoor learning within local communities. Families can reach the Pasir Ris campus directly using the published address and phone number.
NEST, Dover Court International School’s Early Childhood Learning programme, gives young learners (aged 3 to 7) the best possible start. In a calm and nurturing environment, children learn through play, discovery and exploration – guided by expert teachers who spark curiosity and build confidence every step of the way.
From social–emotional wellbeing to early literacy and numeracy, our personalised approach ensures every child feels known, supported and inspired to thrive.
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