Nursery schools shape their daily learning plans with care and attention to how young children grow. The curriculum is designed to include activities, routines, and tasks that match early stages of development. It is built around simple goals, hands-on play, and regular interaction in small groups.
Balancing play and structure:
Play is a big part of nurseries in JBR. Teachers choose games and tools that support different types of learning. For example, building blocks may support early maths, while drawing builds hand strength. Group time, story sessions, and simple instructions add some structure to the day.
Looking at early learning goals:
Curriculum planning begins with clear learning goals for each age group. These goals cover areas such as speaking, moving, listening, counting, and early writing. Teachers use these goals as a guide when planning activities, songs, and play-based tasks.
Watching how children respond:
Teachers observe children during different activities to see what they enjoy and how they respond. These observations guide the next steps in the curriculum. If a group shows interest in animals or water play, teachers may include related tasks across the week.
Planning for indoor and outdoor time:
Curriculum planning includes time both inside and outside. Indoor time may include puzzles, painting, or listening to stories. Outdoor time may involve running, sand play, or circle games. This mix gives children a wide range of ways to take part and try something new.
Linking learning to daily life:
Teachers often connect learning to real-life events or seasons. For example, lessons on plants may take place in spring, while talk about clothes may be linked to changes in the weather. This makes tasks feel more real and interesting for the children.
Working with short themes:
Many nurseries plan learning around short themes. A week might focus on colors, animals, transport, or food. These themes shape stories, songs, art, and role play. Themes are kept simple so that all children can join in at their own pace.
Small group and one-to-one time:
As part of the curriculum, teachers also plan for small group work and time with individual children. This allows for focused talk, listening, and quiet practice of new skills. These moments support steady growth and early confidence.
