Learning Approaches for Year 1

• Play-Based Learning: Young learners thrive in environments where play is integrated into education. Through structured and unstructured play, students can develop problem-solving, social, and motor skills, as well as explore language, math, and science concepts in an engaging way.

• Phonics-Based Instruction: In Grade 1, students are still developing literacy skills, and phonics-based instruction helps them understand the relationship between sounds and letters. This approach enhances reading and writing abilities through structured lessons that focus on letter-sound correspondence, blending, and word families.

• Hands-On Learning: Using manipulatives (such as blocks, counters, and puzzles) and visual aids can help students concretely grasp abstract concepts like numbers, shapes, and patterns. This approach engages students’ senses and supports kinesthetic learners.

• Interactive Storytelling: Young students love stories, and using interactive storytelling techniques—such as acting out characters or using props—can enhance comprehension and help them make connections between what they hear and their own experiences. This also supports language development.

• Learning Stations: Setting up different learning stations around the classroom allows students to rotate through activities that focus on various skills (math, reading, motor skills, etc.). This approach kept students engaged while providing opportunities for individualized instruction and practice.

• Visual Learning: Incorporating charts, diagrams, flashcards, and pictures into lessons can help reinforce new concepts. This approach supports understanding and retention through images and symbols.

• Classroom Routines and Repetition: Creating a predictable, structured classroom environment with consistent routines helps young learners feel safe and confident. Repetition of key concepts, songs, and games ensures mastery and builds a strong foundation for future learning.