FAQ
Infants
Preschools Sri Lanka caters to the earliest stage of early childhood education, which typically includes infants from birth up to the age of 2 years. Each preschool within our network is equipped to provide age-appropriate care and educational activities designed for infants.
Our member preschools feature facilities that are specifically designed for infants, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. These include dedicated infant rooms, safe play areas, and appropriate learning materials that cater to the developmental needs of the youngest learners.
The health and safety of infants are our top priorities. Our preschools follow stringent health and safety guidelines, including regular sanitation, safe sleeping practices, and age-appropriate first aid. All staff are trained in infant CPR and emergency response protocols.
Yes, we provide specialized training for staff working with infants, which covers early childhood development, infant care techniques, and effective communication with pre-verbal children. This ensures that our educators and caregivers are well-prepared to meet the unique needs of infants.
Parental involvement is encouraged in all aspects of our programs. For infants, we promote a partnership approach where parents and caregivers work together to ensure a consistent and responsive care environment, both at the preschool and at home.
Toddlers
Preschools Sri Lanka offers a variety of programs tailored for toddlers, focusing on exploratory play, foundational learning, and social interaction. These programs are designed to stimulate cognitive development, fine and gross motor skills, and early language acquisition in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Our toddler curriculum is structured around key developmental milestones, emphasizing learning through play, sensory experiences, and interaction. It supports the growth of personal, social, emotional, and physical development, laying the groundwork for future academic success and lifelong learning.
Preschools Sri Lanka adheres to strict guidelines on teacher-to-toddler ratios to ensure individual attention and care. The ratios are designed to meet the high standards of supervision and engagement required for the active and curious nature of toddlers.
Yes, outdoor activities are an integral part of the toddler program. Our preschools have safe and well-equipped outdoor play areas where toddlers can engage in physical activities that promote their motor skills and allow them to explore their environment.
We provide a gradual transition process for toddlers moving to the preschool level. This includes familiarization with new routines and environments, as well as introduction to more structured group activities. Our goal is to make the transition as seamless and comfortable as possible for both the toddlers and their parents.
Preschool
At Preschools Sri Lanka, our educational philosophy for preschool-aged children is grounded in holistic development. We believe in fostering an environment that nurtures not just the academic, but also the social, emotional, and physical growth of children, preparing them for the next stages of their education journey.
Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to be culturally relevant, incorporating local traditions, languages, and customs. This approach ensures that children develop a strong sense of cultural identity while also gaining a global perspective through the inclusion of international best practices in early childhood education.
Health and safety are of utmost importance at Preschools Sri Lanka. We adhere to strict health and safety guidelines, which include regular health checks, maintaining clean and safe facilities, and ensuring all staff are trained in first aid and emergency response.
Teachers at Preschools Sri Lanka are required to have relevant qualifications in early childhood education. They are also provided with continuous professional development to ensure they are equipped with the latest pedagogical skills and knowledge to provide high-quality education.
Kindergarden
Preschools Sri Lanka approaches kindergarten education with an emphasis on creating a balance between structured learning and creative play. Our goal is to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning by developing key academic skills alongside social, emotional, and physical growth.
Our kindergarten curriculums are developed by educational experts and are designed to be developmentally appropriate, engaging, and aligned with national educational standards. They incorporate interactive and hands-on learning experiences that cater to the diverse learning styles of children.
The kindergarten program at Preschools Sri Lanka includes a broad range of subjects such as literacy, numeracy, environmental studies, art, music, and physical education. We also introduce basic technology skills and foster critical thinking through inquiry-based learning.
We ensure readiness for primary education by providing a comprehensive kindergarten program that covers all key learning domains. Our dedicated educators focus on developing core competencies and self-confidence to ensure a smooth transition to primary school.
Flex Care
Our locations have both different hours and different services, but all have flex care for the ease of parents! Skole: Skole: Los Angeles currently do not offer traditional full time care. Skole: Los Angeles’ part time is 20 hours a week. Skole: NE Portland has traditional full time and flex care services available. We do not accept infants after 6pm at our Oregon locations.
All class lists will be posted at the PTA social on the afternoon before school starts in August. They will also be accessible at the front door facing Washington Boulevard overnight.
For Oregon, you do not need to bring them in for Drop-in, but do require them for Full Time. But it’s great if you can bring them in for us. We do require vaccinations. For LA, both immunization records and vaccinations are required whether or not you are using Drop-in or Full Time. Skole’s immunization rates are here and you can find the Multnomah County Immunization Rates here, Clackamas County here, and Washington County here.
Art Program
All class lists will be posted at the PTA social on the afternoon before school starts in August. They will also be accessible at the front door facing Washington Boulevard overnight.