Emphasis is placed on the development of fine motor skills throughout our KG year groups. The teachers plan for a number of hands-on learning activities which target the development of their pupil’s tiny hands and fingers. The ultimate aim is to develop the muscles to be able to function in a coordinated and controlled method. […]
This week, KG2Y boys carried on with their ‘Planting’ topic as they ventured outdoors to look at the different leaves around College. They then collected some to further examine them and compare their similarities and differences. This led to a leaf printing activity whereby they each had a chance to print the leaves and their […]
During their carnival celebrations, Year 1Y enjoyed a Maltese story telling session in class. All precautions were taken and the boys enjoyed learning new vocabulary to describe their favourite toy brought in. Moreover they enjoyed hearing each other and finding common and different features in their toy. Such activities also enhance the student’s confidence and […]
As part of their current topic ‘Lifecycles’, KG1W students engaged in a sunflower-sowing activity. Each student planted his/her own seeds and will now nurture it to grow. Following this, the students ventured outdoors for a scavenger hunt. Equipped with labelled pictures they walked along the paths, ready to spot their desired items. Such moments are […]
Among the various activities, KG1W celebrated Valentine’s day even through a matching game. The students were presented with a number of pictures whereby they had to match them. The bingo game proved to be a very popular one and students engaged in it excitedly.
Last week, as College celebrated Carnival, Year 1X held a number of hands-on activities. They carried on with their English learning and following a story and writing session they themselves became the story’s character. The story revolved around a witch making a spell and the students took turns adding their own special ingredient to their […]
Stories are a big part of our day at KG level. Every day a story telling session takes place to conclude the day together as a group. This is where the pupils’ listening skills and discussion skills are further enhanced and supported. Last week, the KG1 students dedicated more time to such sessions as they […]
Over the past couple of weeks, KG2 students have been exploring the topic Around the world. The classes started off with learning all about Malta, including the Maltese flag, language, traditional toys and games, food, and songs. They ventured outside to read stories in our gardens as they explored their own surroundings linked to the […]
During their walk around the College gardens this week, the KG1z students showed a particular interest in the different leaves they spotted. They explored their textures and shapes and then used their collection during their numeracy activity. The students used their fine motor skills to pick up the leaves and then glue them to form […]
KG2z have been engaging in a number of hands-on activities to solidify their understanding of number 10. They individually wrote the number in coffee beans and discussed the sensory element involving the texture and smell. They then also held an experiment for the ‘0’ formation involving skittles. Here they class discussed the process that took […]