Nursery1 and Nursery2 pupils have started corners: yoga, dance, Lab, Atelier, traditional games and small worlds.
Every Friday, MOPI 1 and 2 children take part in a very special activity: corners. They are a time set aside every week for varied and stimulating activities suited to the needs of the youngest children. Involving 79 pupils, the corners encourage exploring, creativity and movement in small groups and diverse spaces.
What are corners?
Corners are experiential learning options designed for young children which blend experimentation, discovery and play as the basis for development. Through appealing activities appropriate to their age, children learn by freely exploring and handling a range of materials and situations.
The activities are carried out in small groups which allows for more individualised care and a tighter bond. The teacher or educator is an active companion, observing, asking open-ended questions and suggesting new challenges which inspire curiosity.
This approach helps children to:
In short, corners are a way of learning through play, discovering and sharing with others in a friendly and stimulating atmosphere.
How the corners are organised:
The corners we offer are:
This initiative enables us to observe the children in new contexts, foster their autonomy and bring them rewarding and varied experiences in a safe and stimulating environment.