Admission Open for Pre School at Aksharaa Kindergarten

Aksharaa Kindergarten, located in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, has announced admissions open for Day Care, Pre ECD, ECD I, and ECD II for the academic year 2082/83.

Day Care

The Day Care at Aksharaa Kindergarten is designed for children aged 1.5 to 2.5 years, focusing on a "learning through fun" approach. The program aims to support the overall development of young children by providing a supportive space where they can build confidence, social skills, and a positive attitude toward school.

Pre ECD (Pre Early Childhood Development)

For Pre ECD children (ages 2.5 to 3.5), Kindergarten primarily focuses on various developmental areas, building on the foundations laid in earlier stages. The curriculum for pre-ECD students is designed to promote holistic development, nurturing their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills in a supportive and stimulating environment.

ECD I (Early Childhood Development I)

For Pre ECD children (ages 2.5 to 3.5), Kindergarten primarily focuses on various developmental areas, building on the foundations laid in earlier stages. The curriculum for pre-ECD students is designed to promote holistic development, nurturing their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills in a supportive and stimulating environment.

ECD II ( Early Childhood Development II)

In the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Level 2, typically for children aged 4.5 to 5.5 years, the curriculum builds on skills and knowledge acquired in previous stages while preparing children for the transition to formal schooling. The curriculum for ECD II students is designed to support their continued growth and development across multiple domains, preparing them for a smooth transition to formal schooling while fostering a lifelong love for learning.

Core Learning and Development

The program at Aksharaa Kindergarten focuses on several key areas to ensure a well-rounded foundation:

• Social and Emotional Growth: Children learn to interact with others, share, take turns, and develop empathy in a supportive environment.
• Language and Communication: Vocabulary is expanded through daily activities like reading books, singing songs, and having simple conversations.
• Physical Skills: The school emphasizes "fine motor skills" through drawing and building blocks, and "gross motor skills" through outdoor play, jumping, and climbing.
• Independence and Self-Care: Caregivers encourage children to perform simple tasks independently, such as feeding themselves and practicing basic hygiene, like handwashing.
• Creative and Cognitive Learning: Using puzzles and art, children learn to solve simple problems and express their ideas through different colors and textures.

School Routine and Care

Aksharaa Kindergarten follows a consistent daily routine that provides children with a sense of stability and security. This structured environment helps students feel safe and ready to learn throughout the day. By choosing this program, parents are selecting a place that understands the importance of early brain development and provides a warm environment for children to interact with the real world.

Admission Procedure

Parents and guardians who wish to enroll their child at Aksharaa Kindergarten, Jawalakhel, should follow the following steps:

• The parents of prospective students are given a tour of the School.
• Parents file an application for admission in person or via the school website.
• Acceptance of a child will be based on a child’s academic aptitude, socio-emotional development, and on parents’ willingness to be a working partner with the school in the educational process.
• After acceptance, parents should complete the admission form and submit the application with supporting documents, including the child’s birth certificate, immunization records, previous school records (if applicable), and any other relevant documentation.
• Parents need to complete the enrollment and registration process to secure their child’s spot in the kindergarten class. This may involve submitting additional forms, paying tuition and fees, attending orientation sessions, and completing necessary paperwork.

Admission Policy

Aksharaa Kindergarten does not discriminate against students based on race, color, cognitive ability, religion, or national or ethnic origin. The school follows a transparent and inclusive admission policy and strives to maintain a high level of diversity. A student’s financial background, family occupation, gender balance in each classroom, and ethnicity are areas taken into consideration.

• The school maintains a high level of economic, ethnic, and occupational diversity among parents, as well as a gender balance in classrooms.
• Priorities are given to children of Nepali citizens or foreign returnees. Aksharaa Kindergarten also caters to students from foreign nations.
• Priorities will be given to siblings of the students already at Aksharaa, students on the waiting list for various grade levels, and students of the local community.
• Students seeking admission should contact the school at the earliest to ensure high chances of admission.
• Children should undergo an assessment to evaluate their readiness for kindergarten. This assessment includes activities to evaluate cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• Children under 1.5 years are not accepted, as they are not developmentally ready for the kindergarten curriculum.
• Once a child is accepted, parents will need to complete enrollment forms and submit additional documentation, such as immunization records, a birth certificate, passport-sized photos, and other required items.
• The school reserves the right to admit students.