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Your child’s first school experience is so important—it shapes how they’ll approach learning throughout their lives. At Tenby Schools Ipoh, we aim to spark a natural curiosity in children using our play-based approach during their early years. Our separate kindergarten includes Toddler class for children aged 2 and above, Nursery for children aged 3 to 4 and Reception year for children aged 4 to 5.
Express themselvesBy encouraging physical development, children naturally explore their surroundings and grow curious about the world around them. Have you ever wondered how much fun they can have while learning?
Our custom play indoor and outdoor nature spaces offer just that—allowing children to enjoy themselves while picking up valuable skills along the way. As they learn to safely use equipment, they not only boost their coordination but also gain the confidence to express themselves.
Learning out loudAt our international school in Ipoh, children build confidence by exploring new activities and expressing their preferences. Have you noticed how they feel more comfortable speaking up in familiar groups, sharing their ideas, and choosing the materials they need? They also learn about emotions and behaviors, discussing their own and others' feelings while understanding the consequences of certain actions. Curious about how these skills help foster sensitivity and positive relationships with peers and adults? Come see how we nurture this growth in a warm, supportive environment!
Embracing multilingualismAll Early Years students enjoy weekly lessons with specialist Malay and Mandarin teachers, alongside beginner sessions to build confidence in English. Have you ever wondered how our tri-lingual approach nurtures young learners? This solid foundation in Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, and English ensures your child is well-prepared for either Tenby International School or Sekolah Sri Tenby. Interested to see how this sets them up for success in a global community?
Talk to us about how we bring language learning to life!
Love of reading and writingWe believe literacy should be exciting and engaging, sparking a lifelong love for reading and writing. Curious how this works in the Early Years? Children begin by reading simple sentences, using new skills to decode and pronounce words fluently. Through discussions, they’ll explore what they've read, deepening their understanding of stories. And when it comes to writing, they apply their phonic knowledge to form simple sentences that reflect their spoken words. The recent introduction of the new program Monster Phonics helps children to learn the common sounds in the English language and the children gain confidence by building their sounds.
Problem solvingIn our approach to mathematics, children develop strong counting skills from 1 to 20, learning to sequence numbers and identify what comes before or after. Have you ever wondered how they use real-world objects to add and subtract? By counting forwards and backwards, they solve problems and tackle more advanced concepts like doubling, halving, and sharing. Plus, they use everyday language to compare size, weight, and time, building essential problem-solving skills.Â
Wonder and intrigueChildren love to share stories, whether they’re about their own adventures or their family’s experiences. Have you noticed how curious they are about the differences and similarities between people, families, and communities? They enjoy exploring the world around them—observing animals, plants, and objects, and asking why things happen the way they do. Ever wondered how we encourage them to discover what makes their surroundings unique? From exploring nature to discussing changes they see, learning about the world becomes a fun and engaging adventure!
Love of reading and writingAt our Tenby kindergarten in Ipoh, we know that literacy should spark a love for reading and writing from the very start. Ever wondered how we do it? In the Early Years, children begin by reading simple sentences in their daily phonics classes, using new skills to decode and pronounce words accurately. Through fun discussions, they explore stories and deepen their understanding of what they’ve read. When it’s time for writing, they build on their phonics to create simple, meaningful sentences. Interested to see how we make learning so engaging? Come and watch their literacy journey unfold!
Explore the artsChildren love the joy of singing, making music, and expressing themselves through dance. Have you seen how they experiment with colours and textures during art sessions? Using different materials and tools, they explore their creativity in design and art. They also express their own ideas and feelings through role-play, storytelling, and creative arts. At Tenby Schools Ipoh, we celebrate this artistic exploration, fostering a welcoming and inclusive community. Be prepared for artistic masterpieces coming home for admiration!
Every day at Tenby Schools Ipoh brings new learning experiences and discoveries. Here's an outline of a typical day in our kindergarten class for children aged 2 to 4 years.Â
Drop off time
8amParents can drop off their child from 8am - 8:30am
Morning break
9:45am to 10:15amYour child chooses from a range of healthy, nutritious options, or you can send a packed lunch from home.
Home time
1pmAt home time our Early Years team will be waiting with your child ready for you to collect. On Fridays collection time is earlier at 12pm.
Extended care
1pm-5pmWe offer extended school care and clubs for Toddler and Nursery until 5pm
Every day at Tenby Schools Ipoh brings new learning experiences and discoveries. Here's an outline of a typical day in our kindergarten class for children aged 4 to 5. As this is the preparatory year for primary school, the school times are aligned so the children get used to the timetable.
7:45amChildren start their classes at different times according to year groups. Reception class starts at 7:45am and Toddlers and Nursery start at 8am.
Eat a delicious lunch
11:20am to 12pmYour child chooses from a range of healthy, nutritious options, or you can send a packed lunch in from home.
2:30pmAt home time our Reception team will be waiting with your child ready for you to collect. On Fridays collection time is earlier at 12:30pm.Â
After care
2:30pm to 5pmWe offer after care for Reception until 5pm from Monday to Thursday.
We're proud to be part of the International Schools Partnership, iSP—a global community of schools dedicated to growing the world’s most curious, confident minds. Our core learning pillars ensure your child thrives now and in their chosen future pathways.
Enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding
Gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives
Develop proficiency in world languages, while being supported in home or first languages
Try global skill-building programmes and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership
At Tenby Ipoh, we understand that life doesn't always stick to deadlines. To secure a place and avoid the disappointment of full classes, just get in touch and we can discuss dates to suit your plans.
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