International Kindergarten program (3-6+ years)
Introducing our newest offering: the full-time Pingu’s English International Kindergarten program, an esteemed addition to our renowned Pingu’s English curricula. Developed in partnership with Kingston University London, it represents the latest evolution of our commitment to excellence in early childhood education.
Pingu’s English presents a groundbreaking three-year, full-time international kindergarten curriculum tailored for children aged 3 – 6 years old. Developed in collaboration with Kingston University London, renowned pioneers in early childhood development and teacher training, our program boasts over 3,500 hours of meticulously crafted teaching content.
Distinguished by its fusion of enjoyable activities and robust learning experiences, Pingu’s English offers a one-of-a-kind educational journey for children. Set within a dynamic, secure, and lively learning environment, our innovative program captivates children from the outset. Through a captivating play-based approach, we cater to each child’s individual learning preferences, fostering an enriching and personalized educational experience.
Program Overview
Drawing inspiration from leading early years methodologies including the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Singapore Nurture Learners, and Forest School theories of learning, our curriculum embodies the best practices in early childhood education. Informed by the latest research and trends in early years development, as well as the expertise of Kingston University London, a renowned institution in early years education and teacher training.
Early Years Foundation Stage and Pingu’s English
The demand for high-quality education is surging worldwide, with an increasing number of parents seeking a top-tier international kindergarten curriculum to provide their children with the essential foundation they deserve for a successful future.
Pingu’s English International Kindergarten adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYSF) and boasts the following features:
– 6 learning hours of activities per day, with flexibility to accommodate snack, lunch, and rest times to suit diverse cultural contexts.
– 5 learning days per week.
– 3 weeks dedicated to each topic thread.
– A comprehensive 3-year curriculum for teaching and student content, comprising 36 weeks of instruction per year.
Designed for children aged 3 to 6 years, Pingu’s English International Kindergarten offers a full-time program aimed at preparing children for formal schooling and fostering early bilingualism in English—a vital skillset for academic and lifelong success.
The program focuses on developing fundamental creative and learning abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension in English, while also cultivating academic proficiencies such as mathematics, as well as broader skills including teamwork and communication to equip children for their educational journey.
In addition to English language instruction, our diverse curriculum encompasses Mathematics, Art, Literacy, and STEM subjects. Children engage in storytelling, role-playing, and activities aimed at building confidence and social skills.
Embedded within our unique International Kindergarten curriculum is our first-class English Language program and the Pingu’s English Logical Phonics system. Together, these components ensure that our curriculum stands at the forefront of the industry, offering engaging learning experiences and delivering tangible outcomes for children worldwide.
Pingu’s English International Curriculum
Pingu’s English, in collaboration with Kingston University London, has delineated six fundamental curriculum ‘strands’ forming the backbone of the educational framework. These strands constitute the basis for children’s learning within an exclusively English-speaking environment. The curriculum encompasses:
1. Communication, Language, Literacy, Reading, Writing, and Spelling
2. Physical Development
3. Personal, Social, Emotional, Health, Well-being, and Cultural Diversity
4. Numeracy, Shape, Space, and Measurement
5. The World and Us
6. Expressive and Creative Arts
Additionally, Pingu’s English has devised 12 topic ‘threads’ that serve as the blueprint for the curriculum. These threads cover a range of subjects including Custom, Family and Friends, Belongings, Food, Home Life, Number, Actions, Reactions, Consequences, Colors, Shapes, and others.
Given that fostering early bilingualism is a primary objective, our established International Kindergarten curriculum is predominantly delivered in English. However, recognizing that children in this age group are still honing their communication skills in their native language, our qualified kindergarten staff naturally provide some non-English support.
Moreover, our International Kindergarten program offers flexibility to accommodate market-specific requisites. For example, if mandated by the Ministry of Education in a particular market, provisions such as local language instruction or religious education can be seamlessly integrated into the curriculum.
Student Resources
In addition to providing thorough and stimulating guidance for educators to facilitate captivating lessons, our International Kindergarten curriculum offers high-quality learning materials tailored for each student’s use both in the classroom and at home.
Included in the student resources are:
– 3 levels of Pingu’s English Student Pack, comprising 36 Thread books/Activity Books.
- 3 Levels of our Pingu’s English Language pack (including a student pack of our English enrichment program).
- Audio Visual Program (songs, videos and stories).
- Online learning zone with activities, games and tests.
- Pingu’s English logical phonics & supporting phonics cards
Pingu’s English introduces a groundbreaking phonics method that integrates the most effective aspects of analytical, episodic, and synthetic teaching methodologies from various educational systems worldwide.
This innovative approach has demonstrated remarkable efficacy on an international level, as it immerses children in complete words and phrases, initiating the development of English communication skills from their initial lesson at a Pingu’s English institution.
By engaging in playful activities, consistent practice, and frequent repetition both within the classroom and at home, children swiftly acquire familiarity with and confidence in all English phonetic sounds.
Teacher’s Resources
Each moment, meticulously scheduled, ensures the consistent delivery and guaranteed success of our renowned Pingu’s English curriculum worldwide!
Our meticulously crafted day-to-day lesson plans align with pivotal milestones in our students’ social and academic progress.
Equipped with a comprehensive array of resources, our teachers engage students in interactive, bilingual classrooms. These resources include:
– 12 Teacher Manuals annually, totaling 36 Teacher’s Manuals.
A comprehensive Kindergarten Operations Manual and Teacher’s Guide for the entire course.
- Book lists to help develop your own English library to support your students.
- Online templates provided through our partners exclusive online portal.
- Quarterly Webinars for update on the teaching program, tips, education trends and teachers training.
- Ongoing in-country visits and teacher training
Assessment and Learning Outcomes
At the core of Pingu’s English programs lies a fundamental commitment to delivering tangible, rapid, and impactful outcomes for children, encompassing English language proficiency and broader educational aptitude.
In collaboration with the esteemed team at Kingston University London, Pingu’s English extensively researched curricula worldwide, culminating in the development of an exceptional International Kindergarten program. This program seamlessly integrates the most cutting-edge and successful components from premier educational models worldwide.
Our International Kindergarten program offers comprehensive guidance for teachers, ensuring regular assessment opportunities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to track each child’s progress effectively.
Upon completion of each level of Pingu’s English, all students will be awarded an official certificate from Pingu’s English, acknowledging their achievement.
Kindergarten-certified Teachers
Our certified English Teachers in early childhood education possess not only outstanding teaching skills but also a compassionate, nurturing demeanor that fosters children’s confidence during their initial interactions outside the parental sphere.
Pingu’s English International Kindergarten seamlessly integrates English-language instruction with early childhood development, necessitating our qualified staff to adeptly embody both facets.
To ensure effective delivery of the Pingu’s English International Curriculum, we offer top-notch training to our teachers, both on-site and virtually, providing comprehensive support every step of the way.
Authors and Industry Experts
Anne Rawlings, Associate Professor
Dr. Teresa Noguera, Early Years Research Associate
Marcus Bhargava, Head of School of Education
Andy Hudson, Associate Dean for Education Partnerships
Daryl Maisey, Associate Professor and School Director for Learning and Teaching
Jo Dallal, Head of Section, Counselling & Early Years – Kingston College
Founded in 1917, Kingston University became England’s very first training college for early years teachers. Today, Kingston University London remains one of the top universities in England for early years, special education needs, child-centered inter-professional and primary undergraduate teacher training; and also the UK’s largest provider of early years education, creating 650 new early years teachers every year.
Formal UK Certified Results
Upon completing each level of their Pingu’s English journey, students will be presented with a certificate, acknowledging their accomplishments.
To honor their dedication and mark the beginning of their promising future, graduation ceremonies are organized at our Pingu’s English international kindergartens. These events not only commemorate students’ achievements but also provide an opportunity for parents to witness the remarkable progress their children have made.
