WHY SMALL SETTINGS MATTER

At Woodland Pre-Schools, the aim is to nurture a sense of wonder in all children, so they can construct their own learning, communicate in a hundred different ways and build on their natural curiosities.

Woodland does this by providing an environment that can enhance the social, emotional, linguistic and physical development of kids. “Our classroom setups invite children to explore their own theories while provoking and challenging their thinking,” says the Woodland team. ‘We adopt a play-based inquiry approach, where we also understand the importance of play in early childhood; physical experiences and play activities help lay down the cognitive wiring that will one day help the child to solve problems and accomplish things throughout their life.”

Small school environments can also be ideal for this approach.

“A smaller school allows for a more comfortable transition from home to school years for many children, and better support in nurturing children’s early education potential.”

Indeed, with a smaller student body, teachers may be better able to identify strengths and areas where improvement is needed, so they can help address these areas on an individual basis in class.

It also facilitates social interactions between all students – this gives children a strong sense of connection. So, at a Woodland Pre-School, the Head knows the families who attend, the teachers aim to reach out as much as possible, and a great community feeling is fostered.

A smaller school helps facilitate greater family interaction and stronger connections in the Woodland community. Woodland offer an environment that fosters empathy and positive wellbeing.