Guiding Steps College

Every teaching method sparks moments of learning. The mind of a child is like a sponge – absorbing everything and always ready to learn something new. The primary goal of the Pre-school education is to help children reach their full potential. The curriculum focuses on the individual child, his needs and interest which is based on, Practical Life Skills – The concept allows a child to find material for exercised of his everyday life. These activities help the child to properly take care of himself so that he will feel independent and does not need to rely on an adult to attend to his basic needs. Sensorial – The concept allows a child to refine each of his senses through various activities. He will be able to organize his thoughts and objects in his environment. Language – The concept of language is taught through a specific progression of lessons where he is made aware of different sounds in a word. The child then learns the language phonetically until the point where he is taught the different rules in a given language and the exceptions to those rules he will need to know in order to spell and read fluently. Mathematics - The concept allows a child to first learn to count from 1 to 10 with the understanding that those numbers represent a specific amount. Through each material, the child will learn addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and truly understand what each one means in their deeper sense. Through this method, a child is offered an understanding of mathematics. Cultural Studies, Science, Development of Social Behaviour and Physical Activity are also part of the curriculum. As early childhood education is to guide and cultivate a child’s natural desire to learn and absorb, the curriculum is adopted to be an aid to life. It is also prepared to enhance creativity, innovation and individuality with much concentration and motivation. Guiding Steps International Pre-school Montessori in Sri Lanka was established in year 2003 and was born to light on 18th March 2004 at a peaceful residential area in Ethul Kotte. A colourful opening ceremony with Kandyan dancing and drum beats saw the school been declared open by Chief Guest Mrs. Reiko Yamaguchi, wife of Dr. Hiroshi Yamaguchi of the Japanese Embassy. She was warmly welcomed by the Directress Mrs. Mohara Jacob in the presence of a few Sri Lankan and Japanese parents whose children were registered as the first few admissions. The present building of Guiding Steps is a home to every child which comprises of three floors including 10 state of the art class rooms. All classes are equipped with neatly arranged learning materials which are prepared to meet the day to day curriculum within a child friendly environment. The establishment also comprises of a large play garden, a swimming pool and other indoor and outdoor activity corners promoting learning, fun and play. The school is well maintained with clean floors and bathrooms to ensure a safe and healthy environment is always created for kids. The school is also surrounded by a high parapet wall to ensure security and safety. The school is located almost at Pelawatta junction at No.449/3, Talangama South, Pannipitiya Road, Pelawatta within a very safe surrounding area just 75 meters from the main road.

Faculty Qualifications

Diploma

Years in Operation: 7 to 10 years

Types of Classes Offered:

• Large group classes (Over 20 students)

Languages of Instruction:

• English

Does the institute offer online classes?

No

Does the institute conduct classes at its premises?

Yes, at the following location(s):

Does the institute conduct classes at other educational institutions?

No

Do the institute's teachers visit students' homes to conduct classes?

No