Caterpillar school Bali

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We use a school-based curriculum with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) as well as Key Stage 1 and 2 framework from the latest version of the National Curriculum in England. We set our standards to be transferable from the eastern to the western world. The EYFS is reviewed by the British Association for Early Childhood Education and is based on the foundation set by the United Nation convention on the rights of the child. Its approach encompasses an equilibrium in practice that is evidence-based and fits our core values. To optimise the children's learning experience, our curriculum is also enriched with some approaches such Montessori, Play-based learning, and nature-based learning. The Montessori approach inspires the development of the natural interests and activities of the children rather than using a formal approach. Play-based learning best fits the needs of the children and their world. We apply purposeful play daily. As children play, they learn new skills, develop coping mechanisms, test new ideas, build trust, and master their bodies. Meanwhile, nature-based learning is one of the emerging approaches needed to introduce the students to the concept of sustainability. We care about our students' nutrition. Snacks and lunch are included and we provide a vegetarian menu. Apart from our main framework, we also teach music twice a week and swimming once a week. Our music and swimming teachers are qualified Bachelor of Education (BE) graduates.