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At Small Wonder, Setia Eco, Shah Alam, the world we live in is explored through the eyes of the children, and together, learning is enriched through their inquisitiveness and the unrelenting focus on the world as our classroom.
The Small Wonder journey began way back in 1989, with its maiden campus founded in Singapore. The Small Wonder preschools have impacted the lives of many young children across the Lion City, preparing them for the ever-changing landscapes and expectations of the 21st century. Due to the popularity of the curriculum and the approach of child nurturing, the brand now has several branches and counting in Malaysia.
Gaining entry into Small Wonder, Setia Eco, is by appointment and via a manned security post at the locked gates. Small Wonder is a beautifully designed 3-storey building of glass, steel and concrete with ample drive-through space for picking up and dropping off your children. There’s also a huge outdoor climb, crawl and swing playset that stretches almost the entire length of its front lawn. The atmosphere within emanates warmth and is a welcoming place for all families. The overall cleanliness of its surroundings, and its clever use of colours and various design elements feel like its inviting us to enter with open arms.
With 18,000 square feet of space covering 3 floors, 22 teachers, 6 support staff, various administrative duties and meetings, a school full of preschoolers plus their parents and guardians to attend to, Madam Petulia Lun, the Centre Director still found time for this interview. She is unfazed and takes it all in her stride. “Good morning, welcome to Small Wonder!” she greeted me with a smile and ushered me into the meeting room. Throughout the interview and later during the tour of the premises Madam Petulia was literally a walking and breathing lexicon of all things wondrous.
The unique Small Wonder experience is based on the latest and most modern pedagogies conceptualised by their own team of early childhood experts and benchmarked against international best practices. The curriculum is centred on experiences that promote intellectual skills, life skills and real-world knowledge.
The Small Wonder Setia Eco branch embodies a profound dedication to nurturing holistic development and igniting the innate curiosity within each child. Guided by fundamental principles centred around the unique individuality of every child, a balanced curriculum, and collaborative partnerships, this branch creates a carefully tailored learning environment that empowers every child to flourish.
Small Wonder, Setia Eco harmoniously integrates local and international educational standards, encompassing Malaysia’s KSPK, Singapore’s NEL and the UK’s EYFS. The curriculum interweaves essential domains, spanning language development, motor skills, social interactions, creativity, numeracy, knowledge acquisition, emotional intelligence and life skills. This holistic approach equips young learners with a comprehensive foundation, positioning them for a seamless transition into any primary school of choice.
The Early Years Curriculum, comprising Playgroup and Nursery 1 programs for ages 18 months to 4 years, epitomises a child-centric and exploratory journey. It hones communication, language, physical abilities and social growth through four integrated components – cognitive, social, emotional and physical domains.
For ages 4 to 6 years, the Preschool curriculum embraces a cognitive, constructivist approach whereby children learn how to think and understand, not just remember facts. It aims to help children become well-rounded by focusing on their overall growth, teaching them important life skills, encouraging positive ways of learning and helping them get better at their school subjects.
Small Wonder Setia Eco transcends conventional preschools, embracing a collaborative parent-community ethos. By engaging parents in their child’s educational journey, the preschool cultivates a harmonious, supportive ecosystem where achievements are celebrated, concerns addressed, and each child’s growth nurtured. Small Wonder Setia Eco fuels young hearts and minds, establishing the bedrock for lifelong learning, triumph and boundless prospects.
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