Nurturing Bright Futures
At Sunnylea, we follow the CAPS document, which covers all areas of children’s learning and development from three to six years old. For more information on the CAPS, have a look at THE WEBSITE. The CAPS also sets out how children learn. We encourage good attitudes toward learning, like curiosity, willingness to ‘have a go’, determination, persistence, and concentration, in everything we do. This links with the themes, including resilience and resourcefulness, which run throughout the school.
We provide a balance between adult-led and child-initiated experiences. Children are supported in their development through play and exploration opportunities, short carpet sessions, and adult-guided work. Although the curriculum remains very play-based, the balance shifts gradually through Grade RRR and Grade RR, towards more activities led by adults, to help children prepare for more formal learning in Grade 1.
An important part of teaching is through ‘interactions’ and relationships. Teachers observe the children closely as they play, and join in sensitively to support them and move their learning on, extending their language and thinking, and helping to develop their skills. They encourage children to keep going through difficulties, be creative, and follow their ideas.
Our Classes
GRADE RRR
Sunflowers/Sunbeams
Designed for little learners aged 3 to 4 years, Grade RRR at Sunnylea offers a nurturing environment to explore and grow.
GRADE RR
Sunbirds/Sunfish
GRADE R
Sunbears/Sunturtles
Extra mural activities
Mondays & Thurdays
Swimming
Swimming happens on Mondays and Thursdays. Your child will be collected from the school and taken to Aqua Body. Your child will receive these benefits, these include, Physical Fitness, Gross motor skills, creativity, confidence, and self-esteem.
Tuesday
Ballet
Ballet Wednesdays are a fantastic way for your little one to learn some dancing techniques, and receive benefits, these include, Physical Fitness, Gross motor skills, creativity, confidence, and self-esteem.
Thurdays
Experi Buddies
Experi-Buddies is an educational, extra-mural science program that uses experiments to show young children that the world of Science can be fun. This is done using interactive projects, exciting demonstrations, and basic experiments.
Friday
Gymnastics
Gymnastics Tuesdays are a fantastic way for your little ones to learn some gymnastic techniques and receive various benefits, including physical fitness, coordination, strength, flexibility, creativity, confidence, and self-esteem.
Psychomotor Development
At Sunnylea, we prioritize psychomotor development, which focuses on the important connection between brain function and physical movement. This approach is crucial for young children as it enhances their ability to coordinate, balance, and refine their motor skills.
Through engaging and enjoyable activities—such as dancing, playing games, and hands-on crafts—children at Sunnylea develop these essential skills while having fun. Our carefully designed programs promote physical growth and cognitive and emotional development, fostering well-rounded growth in every child.
We believe that learning through movement is vital for your child’s overall development, helping them build confidence and a lifelong love for active learning!
Explore Our Campus
A Peek Inside Sunnylea Pre-Primary School
Get in Touch
If you have any questions or wish to schedule a visit to Sunnylea Pre-Primary School, please feel free to contact us. Our team is eager to assist you and provide the best experience for your child.