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Your child’s first school experience is so important—it shapes how they’ll approach learning throughout their life. At Tenby International School Setia EcoHill we aim to spark a natural curiosity in children using our play-based approach in Early Years. Have you wondered how we inspire excitement and motivation both inside and outside the classroom in our Early Years Forest School?
Build life skills through purposeful play.
Enjoy nature as part of our Early Years Forest School programme with indoor and outdoor learning spaces.
Enjoy personalised learning tailored to your child's pace.
Learn beginner Malay, Mandarin, and English in engaging classes.
Receive regular parent updates with photos and videos
Engage with innovative programmes like Read Write Inc Phonics and White Rose Maths daily.
Thrive in a safe, nurturing environment designed for growth.
Join Tenby Tots and Toddlers Playgroup for children aged 0-4 years in our community.
Develop swimming skills through weekly lessons.
Benefit from Early Years provision available until 5 pm.
Express themselves
By 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 loud
At our international kindergarten in Semenyih, 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 multilingualism
All 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 the next steps in our Tenby International School. 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 writing
We 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 a 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 solving
In 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.
Wonder and intrigue
Children 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!
At our international school in Semenyih, 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 arts
Children 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 SEH, we celebrate this artistic exploration, fostering a welcoming and inclusive community. Be prepared for artistic masterpieces coming home for admiration!
Every day at Tenby International School Setia EcoHill brings new learning experiences and discoveries. Here's an outline of a typical day in our kindergarten class for children aged 3 to 4 years.
Drop off time
7:50am
Parents can drop off their child from 7:30am to 7:50am.
Lunch time
12pm to 12.40pm
Your child chooses from a range of healthy, nutritious options, or you can send a packed lunch in from home.
Home time
3pm
At home time our Early Years team will be waiting with your child ready for you to collect.
Extended care
3pm-6pm
We offer extended school care and clubs for Early Years until 6pm.
Every day at Tenby International School Setia EcoHill 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.
Reception start at 8am.
Eat a delicious lunch
12:00pm to 12:40pm
3.00pm
At home time our Reception team will be waiting with your child ready for you to collect.
3pm - 6pm
We offer extended school care and clubs for Reception, Nursey until 6pm.
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 International School Setia EcoHill, 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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