Just recently we were able to respond to the community’s needs by establishing a new class for early learning. Especially designed for three- and four-year olds, we call this program “Bunnies” (morning class) and “Puppies” (afternoon class). With funding from the SE Asia Foundation we were able to set up the new classroom and cover the teacher’s salary for a full year. Attendance is now up to 15 students in the morning, and another 13 in the afternoon.
The Bunny and Puppy curriculum is a play-based program with an emphasis on developing fine and gross motor skills to enhance school readiness. Sharing, hygiene skills, health education, and emotional regulation activities further support their preparation for government school. In addition, activities introducing English to the students and child safety awareness further support their transition to the structured learning they will receive in government school.
Take a look. You can see the room in action.
Parents were given progress reports on their children at two recent meetings. They were very happy with the program and the results being achieved. Mothers commented that they had more time for themselves to prepare food for the family or to go to work. They also said the children were calmer and quieter at home, a blessing for the mothers.
The Grace House Community Centre is grateful
for the ongoing support from the SE Asia Foundation and the
donors who contribute to fund our projects.
I hope you get the message here.
What you see above is a BIG thank you to YOU — and the
generous donors that make our work possible.
It’s the voices of nearly 100 little ones and their parents,
along with the 10 teachers and staff at Grace House, all saying
Thank You
We’re really proud to partner with Loung and the
wonderful team at Grace House — all working
together to improve education and life opportunities
for marginalized kids from the nearby local villages.
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