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Kidz Meadow Childcare @ Woodlands Term 1, 2019 Newsletter
Message From Principal
Content Page Upcoming Events
Centre Closure
⮚ Toddlers to N 1 Fieldtrip – 4 April
⮚ SSDB Launch Party – 24 April
⮚ K1 to K2 Learning Journey – 3 May
⮚ Iftar with Mothers K2 – 10 May
⮚ Term 2 Disposition Day – 24 May
⮚ Cultural Programme – 29 May (Seni Berbahasa / Chinese Zodiac)
⮚ MERCU Family Day – 13 April
⮚ Good Friday – 19 April
⮚ Labour Day – 1 May
⮚ Vesak Day – 20 May
Greetings! A warm welcome to families of Kidz Meadow Childcare & Development Centre @ Woodlands (KMW). Welcome to the new academic year!
I am delighted to share that our KMW team has planned many exciting and engaging activities for 2019. This year marks our 4th year of participation in the Start Small Dream Big (SSDB) Project and the focus topic will be on Wildlife. More details will be shared later on, and we hope to have a better collaboration with parents in the project this year.
Here’s wishing you all the best and much success in the year ahead!
Mdm Suhailah
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2 - 6 KMW Events
7 Toddler Archery
8 Nursery 1 A Racing
9 Nursery 1 B Soccer
1 0 Nursery 1 C Boxing
1 1 Nursery 2 A Baseball
1 2 Nursery 2 B Badminton
1 3 Kindergarten 1 A Bowling
1 4 Kindergarten 1 B Rugby
1 5 Kindergarten 2 A Surfing
1 6 Kindergarten 2 B Kayaking
1 7 Teachers’ Training
1 8 Tips for Parents
1 9 Testimonials
20 Our Core Values
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Launch of Nature Magnified
Hands-on experience with Nature
Kidz Meadow Childcare @ Woodlands Term 1, 2019 Newsletter
Children enjoyed tasting traditional
Chinese food
Look at how cute they are wearing the
Chinese costume !
Best Dressed Teacher Award
Quiz Time & Chopsticks Challenge !
Showcasing their wonderful
performances
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Disposition Day: Care for Family
KMW Old Skool Family Carnival was held on 8 March 2019, to raise funds for charity. Carnival games, Old Skool treats and children made
items such as candles & Quote frames were sold on that day.
The K2s and their grandparents participated in the ‘Giving Back’ Bazaar at Orange Valley Senior Activity Centre.
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Learning journey to wisma geylang
The children enjoyed the learning journey to Wisma Geylang Serai as
they learned about the Malay culture, different musical instruments and the history of Geylang Serai.
Children also engaged in craft activities such as making Wayang Kulit
and making traditional kuih out of PlayDoh. To end off the trip, children were treated to traditional Malay snacks such as Kuih Lapis,
Kuih Kasui, and Kuih Bakar Pandan.
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Tea session cum exhibition
During the March Term break, parents were invited for a Tea Session cum exhibition for the children’s mini project. During the
session, teachers and parents shared about the children’s progress and addressed any concerns that they had.
The exhibition was a success as parents shared that they were more informed now about what their children had learned during
the past school term.
Kidz Meadow Childcare @ Woodlands Term 1, 2019 Newsletter
Toddler Archery
Making of slime using cornflour & water “My face” cookery lesson
Activities to ignite their sense of wonder
Parent-child Activity Children exploring sensorial blocks
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Nursery 1A Racing
Numeracy – Matching Shapes
Reading Programme Finger / Puppet Story
Pretend Play Group Photo – Outdoor Walk
Nature Walk – Watering the Plants Sense of Touch Dressing Up Activity Discovery Bottle
Sensory Activity – Their Reflection
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Nursery 1B Soccer
“ Let’s go for a walk everyone! ”
5 Senses Activity
Nature Walk – Exploring the
fish Numeracy – Match the
colour
Scribbling Time ! Colouring Activity
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Nursery 1C Boxing
Creatively expressing themselves through art
Collecting specimens during nature walk
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Nursery 2A Baseball
Painting using natural materials!
Cookery Lesson – Making Pizza
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Cooking with kids is about harnessing imagination and creativity! Thank you parents for the generous
contributions!
Nursery 2B Badminton
Can I eat this pizza
now?
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Kindergarten 1A Bowling
To establish and promote self confidence in the children, Show & Tell sessions are conducted. Talking about topics that they can relate to, and having completed the work at home with their parents’ help, the
audience listened attentively while their friends shared about the workpiece.
Show & Tell Outdoor Activity - Kicking a ball Yeah !
I did it !
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Kindergarten 1B Rugby
Teamwork in class
Cookery Lesson – Making Fried Wanton
Discovery of World – DIY Light Box
Fun with Math
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Kindergarten 2A Surfing
Stringing Activity
Marble painting activity Show & Tell – “Look at me grow”
Letter Formation with Dough
Outdoor Games – Dribbling Skills & Ball Play
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Kindergarten 2B Kayaking
Developing their skills of cutting
Fun with outdoor playing
“ Yummy ! ”
Dramatic Play – Grocery Shopping
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Teachers’ training It was a fruitful day of learning for the teachers in Kidz Meadow as they attended different courses. Through these courses, teachers
had gained deeper knowledge in proper planning of the classroom environment, creating learning resources for children using recycled
materials and integrating music lessons with cultural themes.
Kidz Meadow Childcare @ Woodlands Term 1, 2019 Newsletter
Tips For Parents - Spreading The Word About Not
Spreading Germs
Talk about “Germs are not for sharing.” Young children typically hear a lot about the
importance of sharing their toys and belongings. So it may comes a surprise when you
say that germs are not for sharing. Let the children know that even though we can’t see
germs, We know they’re there because they can make us sick. Talk about how germs
come from our bodies or can be found on different surfaces such as tables, toilets and
the floor. Encourage children not to share their cups, spoons, juice boxes, toothbrushes,
or food, especially if they’re sick.
Keep hands clean. Experts agree that one of the best ways to cut down on the spread
of germs is hand washing - and that means for children and adults. Wash your hands
before eating or preparing food, after blowing your nose (or sneezing or coughing), room
or helping a child on the potty. when soap and water aren’t available, use an alcohol-
based hand gel or wipe to clean hands.
Teach “Blow, wipe and toss.” Most toddlers need to be taught on how to use the a
tissue. Show them how to blow their nose through and not their mouth (that takes some
practice!),how to wipe a runny nose, and how to throw their used tissues in the garbage
afterward. Similarly, when it comes to coughs and sneezes, teach little ones to ”Cover it
up.” Finally, remind children how important it is to “Wash those hands!” after blowing
their nose, sneezing, or coughing.
Keep belongings and surfaces clean. Babies and toddlers aren’t known for neatness.
They regularly drop bottles, pacifiers, teething rings, and snacks on the floor - and put
them right back in their mouth. Try to intervene before this happens, and teach children
to bring dropped items to you to be cleaned off or thrown away. Keep toys clean by
washing them often in hot, soapy water or a bleach solution. Use a disinfectant to wipe
tables, sinks, countertops, faucets, and toilets or potty chairs.
Remember the rule about staying home. It’s best to keep a sick child at home for a
few days to rest and recover. This helps not only the child who is ill but every other child
in the program, too.
Adapted from the book, “Germs Are Not For Sharing”
by Elizabeth Verdick Page 18
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KMW Parents’ Testimonials
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Our Vision, Mission & Philosophy
Vision
A First-Class Provider in Early Childhood Care & Education
Mission
Provide a quality and innovative programme that nurtures children to be socially
responsible citizens, active learners and thinkers
Philosophy
We believe in providing an engaging and positive environment for the children to develop their potential to the fullest in all aspects of development.
Our Core Values
C – Community and Parental Involvement
We build a strong and trusting partnership with the parents and the community to
enhance the development of the children.
A – Active Learners
We understand that children are natural and active learners. Through project work,
thematic and integrated learning, they are given opportunities to explore, gather
information and share knowledge.
R – Resourceful
We continuously upgrade our teaching and learning resources in line with the latest
developments in the field of early childhood education to enhance children’s
learning experiences.
E – Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything that we do.