The Brightest Star in The Constellation Aquila the Eagle
Named after the 12th most luminous star in the entire night sky, the Montessori-inspired preschool, Altayrkids, endeavours to provide a child-centred learning environment. Focusing on the learner as an individual with her/his own unique interests and abilities; the preschool aims to develop in every child a strong sense of self and the knowledge and skills to succeed not only in kindergarten but also in life. Nestled on a corner lot in the serene, close-knit neighbourhood of Precinct 11, Putrajaya, Altayrkids is a child care & development centre, offering play-based educational programmes for children between the ages of 2 to 8 years old.



“Altayrkids is more than a learning centre for children; our mission is to give neighbouring families in Precinct 11 Putrajaya peace of mind that their little ones are receiving high-quality early childhood education and care, in a structured, safe, and loving environment; one that is filled with stimulation and individual respect. – The founder of Altayrkids, a mother of two, Madam Elya

Inspired by Japanese culture, Malaysian spirit and Islamic values, Altayrkids aims to help children learn proper values, behaviour, and skills that they can rely on throughout their lives, enabling them to learn to feel, think and act with respect for themselves and for other people.


Areas Of Learning Aimed To Develop The Following Skills
From infants to toddlers, Altayrkids is committed to providing the highest quality programmes for children, whilst preparing them for lifelong learning. Activities, programmes and interactions at Altayrkids are designed to provide developmentally appropriate experiences; one that enhances educational and social opportunities prior to a child’s entry into primary education. The following are 9 essential skills Altayrkids aims to emphasise with its curriculum:


Life & Spiritual |
Cognitive |
Communication |
Physical |
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● Self care ● Basic Living Needs ● Praying ● Housekeeping |
● Mathematics ● Science ● Logic & Reasoning |
● Language & Literacy ● Verbal & Written |
● Gross & fine motor skills ● Health & wellness |
Emotional |
Social |
Creativity |
Sensory Play |
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● Empathy ● Grace ● Self-expression ● Self-regulation |
● Collaboration ● Relationship ● Courage |
● Art & crafts ● Music ● Dancing ● Role Playing |
● Activities that stimulate a child’s senses of touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing. |
General Knowledge |
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● The world ● People ● Culture ● The environment |
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Qualified And Experienced Early Childhood Educators
Recruiting a quality staff is one of the founder’s top priorities. Altayrkids believes that the most important criteria of a staff member are his or her genuine and visible love for children.
“Teachers are hired based not only what their qualifications have to say about them, but also their teaching experience, as well as their willingness to choose to devote their joy, their talent, their passion, their lives to teaching children,” explained Madam Elya.



Safe And Conducive Learning Environment
The founder takes the quality of furnishing, finishing and safety features in Altayrkids very seriously. The centre offers a favourable atmosphere to ensure effective teaching and learning process could take place. Children are actively engaged in the progression of purposeful activities in an atmosphere of freedom and respect. The founder also ensures that the learning environment at Altayrkids is prepared in every way for optimal development; physically and cognitively, by coordinating lessons and activities in the environment with what each child needs at any moment.



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