Curriculum

The Kuk attaches great importance to child-centered education to accommodate the individual differences among its students. Children can learn at their own pace by selecting the learning activities according to their abilities and interests, which are conducted under teachers' guidance and self-directed learning alternatively or simultaneously. The teaching design is based on the entire school as a whole and is no longer limited to a single classroom; the learning-rich environment encourages children to explore and learn independently, so as to achieve comprehensive and balanced development. 

The Kuk child care service adopts an integrated teaching method along with the thematic approach in pre-school education, with content covers six major Learning Areas, including language, early childhood mathematics, nature and living, arts and creativity, self and society, and physical fitness and health. Versatile extra-curricular activities are arranged for students to enrich real-life learning experience and widen their horizons. 

With toys and games elements, children can practice different learning aspects such as language, mathematical concepts, science and technology, and logical thinking through the use of the teaching aids. From "learning by doing" and "learning through play", to consolidate their studies. 

Peer interactions construct more opportunities for younger children to mimic the older students on problem solving and improves their learning efficiency. The scaffolding effect stimulates children's language development, and facilitate their social skills with mutual respect when getting along with others.

The school adopts "Space Approach" in teaching to cultivate children’s self-directed and self-motivated learning attitudes. 

The classrooms are divided into 4 learning zones, including: 

• Expressive Communication Zone
• Exploration Zone
• Visual Arts Zone
• Music & Movement Zone
• Physical Movement Zone
• Cultural Appreciation Zone

Apply real-life context and meaningful learning activities to enhance children’s interests in language learning and their presentation and communication abilities. 

Arouse children’s interests in nature, mathematics and science, cultivate their eagerness to explore, establish logical thinking and problem-solving skills. 

Instruct children to utilize materials with different tactile sensations and textures during art activities, empower them to unleash their creativity, express personal feelings and develop their aesthetic sensibility. 

Organize a wide variety of music activities and dramas to study different music and perform physical movement creations, in order to increase children's creativity and imagination. 

Carry out various physical activities, skills training and group games to train up the gross-motor coordination. 

Introduce children to understand the culture of different countries, respect difference races and promote an inclusive culture. At the same time, based on the children's interests to extend to project learning in the district.  

Cross-disciplinary learning will be carried out according to the monthly learning theme amongst each zone. 

Objective of Year 2024-2025

Enhance young children's learning through play by increasing free play opportunities, fostering open-ended questions, and providing guidance to promote deep exploration and problem-solving skills.

• Teacher Development:

     Equipping teachers with effective feedback techniques through professional development, creating child-centered environments with designated "free play" areas and loose parts materials that inspire active        learning and self-directed exploration. 

• Child Empowerment:

     Enabling children to independently engage in play to enhance their problem-solving abilities and               introducing traditional Chinese folk games to cultivate positive values and deepen their appreciation of           Chinese culture.

• Parent Involvement:

     Organizing parent-child play workshops to actively involve families in the learning process, promoting the principles of "free play" and "learning through play" at home. 

Objective of Year 2023-2024

Project to “Enhance Children’s Awareness of Creative Thinking and Aesthetic through the Implementation of Art Education and Diversified Art Activities”

• Teacher Development:

     To enable teachers to have a deeper understanding of art education and enhance teaching skills to improve children’s creative thinking.

• Child Empowerment:

     Allow children to engage in different art activities to understand and learn different creative techniques, and enjoy the process of making artwork.

• Parent Involvement:

     Let parents understand the importance of art education and creative aesthetics to the development of     young children, and understand how to guide children to enhance their creativity.

Theme：Chinese Culture and Art

Grades：N to K3

Objectives

• To help children learn about our country and Chinese culture, and to nurture their sense of belonging to our country.
• To cultivate a sense of belonging towards country and a sense of national identity among children.
• To teach children to become good citizens who abide by the law, take good care of public property, respect and care for others.

Introduction

• Learn Chinese culture and traditional festivals such as Mid-Autumn festival, Chinese New Year and Dragon Boat festival through story, rhymes and songs to teach children the Chinese cultures and inherit customs.
• Though the art activities such as ink painting, board painting, traditional paper cutting and food customs, for children to experience and cultivate a basic understanding of the Chinese culture and their national identity.

Highlights

2023-2024

• Flower market

• Chinese Kung Fu Experience Day

• Chinese artwork

2022-2023

• Flower market

• Chinese artwork

Theme：Outdoor Experience Activities

Grades：K1 to K3

Objectives

• Encourage children to explore beyond the classroom, engaging with community resources and facilities to enhance sensory and experiential learning.
• Foster holistic child development through a range of comprehensive learning activities.

Introduction

• Include experiential learning activities that tie into children's daily experiences, such as visits to interactive theater, creative workshops, snack making, and more. These activities promote diverse learning experiences, fostering exploration and creativity.
• Aim to enrich each child's personal learning journey, enhancing interest and motivation in learning.

Highlights

Activity Name: Sports Experience Day

Activity Name: SPCA

Activity Name: Hong Kong Ocean Park

Activity Name: Firefly Colourful Tour

Activity Name: Green Hub