Préscolaire De La Salle (Pre-Kinder & Kinder)

The Prèscolaire De La Salle Bacolod aims to achieve the following:

1. Relocation of PK-K Classes: The relocation of Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten classes to a permanent, purpose-designed space ensures that young learners have a consistent, supportive, and well-equipped environment to thrive in. This will eliminate disruptions caused by temporary classroom arrangements.

2. Child-Centered Classroom Design: The classrooms will be designed with preschoolers' developmental needs in mind. Features such as age-appropriate furniture, interactive learning stations, and vibrant color schemes will create a space that promotes engagement, exploration, and creativity. Safety will also be a priority, ensuring the physical well-being of the students.

3. Enhanced Learning Experience: By providing essential amenities such as modern educational materials, outdoor play areas, and flexible learning spaces, Prèscolaire De La Salle Bacolod will facilitate active learning and cater to the diverse learning styles of young children. The design will promote cognitive, social, and emotional development through structured play and hands-on activities.

4. Support for Enrollment Growth: The permanent installation of Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten classrooms positions USLS-IS as a competitive choice for early childhood education in the community. With an improved and dedicated facility, we can attract more families seeking high-quality preschool education, bolstering enrollment in the coming years.

5. Lasallian Values Integration: In line with the school's mission, the new classrooms will foster not only academic excellence but also values formation. By instilling the Lasallian core values at an early age, students will develop into compassionate, responsible individuals who contribute meaningfully to their communities.

The Prèscolaire De La Salle Bacolod is MATATAG curriculum compliant. It emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on developing learners’ foundational skills and competencies. The Kindergarten curriculum aims to produce active young Filipino learners who are holistically developed and equipped with 21st century skills. Hence, the Curriculum is designed to:

1. Foster development of learners’ identity, social and emotional development, cognitive ability, physical health, and positive attitudes.

2. Develop learners’ 21st century skills.

3. Provide learners with experiences that are actively engaging in meaning-making through hands-on activities.

4. Provide learners with varied opportunities to enjoy activities that are developmentally appropriate.

5. Stimulate learners’ intellectual ability, creativity, communication skills, and critical thinking.

6. Enhance learners’ spirit of teamwork through collaborative activities.

7. Foster learning experiences and content that are nationalistic and culturally responsive, compatible, and relevant to the learner.

Kindergarten Education espouses a learner-centered curriculum that aims to develop holistic learners equipped with foundational skills imbued with physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and values development. This is attained through play-based learning which is anchored on the developmentally - appropriate practices and theories with consideration of learners’ expanding environment toward life-long learning.

Below is an outline of a Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten curriculum designed to align with the MATATAG framework while fostering a nurturing, engaging, and child-centered learning environment:

Pre-Kinder

• Circle Time/ Music & Movement
• Math
• Reading
• Writing
• Supervised Play

Kinder

• Circle Time/ Music & Movement
• Math
• Reading/ Literacy
• Language
• Writing
• MAKABANSA
• Supervised Play

1. Playground

A playground area is an essential component of early childhood education, contributing significantly to the overall development of young learners. At Prèscolaire De La Salle Bacolod, the inclusion of a well-designed playground will offer numerous benefits that enhance the preschool experience, making it not only a place for play but also a critical space for learning and growth. It allows physica, cognitive, social, and emotional development as young Lasallians engage in play, interaction, and physical activity. 

2. Preschool Classroom and Facilities

At Prèscolaire De La Salle Bacolod, the Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten classrooms are designed to provide a stimulating, safe, and child-centered environment that caters to the unique developmental needs of young learners. The classroom setup and facilities are essential to promoting active learning, creativity, and holistic growth. It includes the following:

1. Age-Appropriate Furniture: The classrooms are equipped with child-sized tables, chairs, and storage units that foster independence and comfort. Furniture is carefully chosen to ensure that children can move around easily and access materials without adult assistance.

2. Flexible Learning Spaces: The design includes open spaces that allow children to engage in both group activities and individual tasks. These flexible spaces enable teachers to adapt the classroom layout to different learning experiences, such as circle time, collaborative projects, or quiet reading areas.

3. Safety Features: All classroom materials and furniture are designed with the safety of young learners in mind, with rounded edges, non-toxic materials, and age-appropriate equipment to prevent accidents.

4. Play-Based Learning Areas: The classroom is divided into themed learning stations such as a reading corner, building and construction zone, art and creativity station, and sensory play area. These stations encourage hands-on exploration and cater to different learning styles, helping children develop essential skills through play.

5. Manipulative Materials: Classrooms are stocked with a variety of manipulatives like blocks, puzzles, and tactile materials that promote fine motor skills, problem-solving, and cognitive development. These tools allow children to engage in self-directed learning activities that build creativity and critical thinking.

3. Activity Centers

An Activity Center in the Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten classrooms at Prèscolaire De La Salle Bacolod serves as a vibrant hub for experiential learning, creativity, and social interaction. This dedicated space is crucial in enhancing young learners' development and is designed to cater to diverse interests and learning styles. This can be utilized as space for music and movement activities that encourage children to develop both gross motor skills and emotional expression.

4. Health Facilities and Provisions

The Prèscolaire De La Salle Bacolod are equipped with restrooms that are designed for preschoolers, with low sinks, toilets, and step stools to promote independence in maintaining personal hygiene. Additionally, accessible handwashing stations are integrated to encourage good hygiene habits, especially before meals and after outdoor play.