Our Curriculum
Our curriculum embraces the holistic nature of learning and development, responding to each child’s interests and strengths.
Belonging, Being and Becoming
Learning Framework
We are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, designed for children from birth to five years. This framework centres around a child’s sense of Belonging, Being, and Becoming and recognises that early learning and development are integral to their growth.
Woodgreen’s Kitchen
Each week at Woodgreen, the children take part in fun cooking classes where they explore different ingredients, learn simple recipes, and enjoy the excitement of making food together. These sessions help build confidence, encourage healthy eating habits, and make learning practical and enjoyable.
Science at Woodgreen
The children take part in weekly hands-on science classes designed to spark curiosity and wonder. Through fun experiments, sensory exploration, and discovery-based play, our little learners explore how the world around them works. These sessions nurture problem-solving, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning in a joyful, age-appropriate way.
Pre-School Program
Our Preschool Program runs for two hours each day, providing children with a structured learning experience that builds strong foundations for school readiness. During this time, children engage in focused activities that support literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving, while also developing social and communication skills. To extend their learning beyond the classroom, children are given simple follow-up homework tasks that encourage family involvement and reinforce concepts explored during the program. This balance of guided learning and home practice ensures children are well-prepared and confident for their transition to primary school.
Woodgreen Soccer
At Woodgreen Soccer, a professional soccer coach visits twice a week to deliver fun and engaging sessions tailored to young learners. Children build their gross motor skills, coordination, and teamwork while developing confidence and a love for active play. These classes provide a wonderful balance of physical fitness and social interaction in an exciting, supportive environment.
Woodgreen Dance
At Woodgreen Dance, children take part in fun and engaging classes run twice a week by an external professional dance instructor. These sessions encourage creativity, rhythm, and self-expression while also supporting physical development, balance, and confidence. Through music and movement, children gain valuable social skills and a joyful love of dance.
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Belonging
Belonging is the basis for living a fulfilling life. Children feel they belong because of the relationships they have with their family, community, culture and place.
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Being
Being is about living here and now. Childhood is a special time in life and children need time to just ‘be’—time to play, try new things and have fun.
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Becoming
Becoming is about the learning and development that young children experience. Children start to form their sense of identity from an early age, which shapes the type of adult they will become.
Holistic Learning
We practice a holistic teaching and learning approach that recognises the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, nurturing every aspect of a child's development.
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Play supports cognitive, social, and emotional development at all ages. It boosts creativity, problem-solving skills, and social abilities while strengthening relationships through shared enjoyment and cooperation.
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Experiences and routines provide essential support for children as they navigate their world. Engaging in investigations, such as problem-solving, fosters their curiosity and critical thinking skills, laying the foundation for lifelong learning.
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Oral language activities help children develop their speaking and listening skills. Engaging in conversations, storytelling, and interactive discussions encourages vocabulary expansion, comprehension, and effective communication.
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Literacy skills provide the foundation for reading and writing, enabling children to communicate effectively and comprehend the world around them.
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Hands-on learning includes resources for manipulation and construction: resources like blocks and puzzles develop fine motor skills and problem-solving, while tools such as building blocks promote creativity and spatial awareness. These activities support cognitive, social, and emotional development through play.
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Dramatic play allows children to engage in imaginative experiences and role-play different characters. This form of play enhances creativity, social skills, and emotional understanding as children express themselves and explore various perspectives. Through dramatic play, children develop communication skills and build confidence in their interactions.
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Teaching children to practice polite behaviour, including manners and respectful communication, helps them build positive relationships and enhances their confidence in social situations.