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The school uses Hands-On Learning as a core approach, delivering an experiential, play-based curriculum. The school empowers children to research any topic that interests them. The school prepares children for later schooling by developing essential life skills such as self-confidence, resilience, speech coherence and respect for others.
The school exposes children to Mandarin from Pre Nursery through songs, stories and cultural learning experiences. From Nursery Two to Kindergarten, children learn to read and write Mandarin through fun activities.
The school emphasizes social skills and confidence development. Children enter with timid or shy personalities and leave more self-assured.
The school offers daily outdoor play and sports coaching through Shaws Little League. The sports program includes soccer, rugby, tennis, basketball, baseball, hockey, cricket, volleyball, golf and athletics. There are butterfly gardens and nature zones on campus for exploration and wellbeing.
Shaws Preschool caters for children aged 18 months to 6 years. The curriculum integrates elements of Reggio Emilia, Waldorf Steiner, and Montessori philosophies, encouraging experiential learning through hands-on projects, outdoor exploration, and structured play. A standout feature is its dedicated sports program, led by professional coaches from Shaws Little League, where children engage in activities like soccer, rugby, and basketball.
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.
✨ Discover where learning grows naturally.
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