Early Childhood Education (ECE)
One Student at a Time
At UNISUS, we believe that igniting a love for learning and a passion for making a positive impact starts at the beginning of each child’s education.
The structured, play-based approach of our Early Years Program encourages the natural wonder and curiosity in each child and introduces the youngest members of our UNISUS community to a lifelong journey of learning. With an 8:1 teacher-to-student ratio, the program gives every student personal attention. The Early Years Program is currently available for learners ages 3 - 5 years.
“I had the pleasure of joining my son’s preschool class for an hour and it was absolutely one of the most enjoyable mornings I’ve had in a long time. The respect that I witnessed between the kids was inspiring. I especially love how the classroom is set up for open play and discovery with different “stations” for the kids to explore.
- Current UNISUS Family
A World of Discovery
Discover the world outside through our outdoor-based preschool program (30% - 50% of the day is spent outside).
Nature is infused into all aspects of the Junior Kindergarten program, as the IB pedagogy emphasizes inquiry-based learning through play and hands-on discovery.
In Early Childhood Education, we:
Develop Exceptional Fundamentals
- Prepare students for the transition to Kindergarten through letter recognition and the formative stages of language and mathematics, which is introduced when students demonstrate understanding or a readiness to learn more.
- Support the development of language skills, motor skills, social skills, and academic skills through an Inquiry-based approach to learning.
- Encourage each child to express their creativity in a play-based learning environment through the arts, music, and physical activity.
Nurture Social-Emotional Development
- Support taking turns, becoming independent, following routines, interacting with peers.
- Engage in meaningful relationships with others, and developing a positive self-image.
- Learn essential social-emotional skills which contribute to future educational and personal success.