Educational Practices

We All Make Mistakes – And That’s Okay!

At UC Kindies International Preschool, we believe every child is growing, learning, and becoming their very best self—one little step at a time! Part of that journey is learning how to make mistakes, and even more importantly, how to accept them. What is a Mistake? A mistake is something that happens when we try to do something, but it doesn’t go quite the way we planned. Maybe you spilled your paint, said the wrong word, or forgot to share your toy. Guess what? That’s okay! Everyone makes mistakes—yes, even grown-ups and teachers! Why mistakes help us to grow? Making mistakes helps us: When children are free to make mistakes, they feel safe and supported. That’s how real learning happens. Accepting our Flaws- Flaws are the little things that make us unique. Maybe you’re still learning to tie your shoes, or sometimes you get shy in front of others. That’s okay too! Everyone has something they’re working on. At UC Kindies, we celebrate our differences. We teach children that: How We Practice this at UC Kindies? We often say:  “Mistakes mean I’m learning!”  “I can do hard things!” What Parents Can Do at Home – At UCKindies, we’re proud to grow brave, kind and curious kids—one oopsie at a time! Limited seats available! Enroll your child today for a fun-filled, learning-packed summer at UCKindies. Our branches :- Indore | Satna| Neemuch | Chhindwara

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Why Festivals Matter in Preschool Education

Festival celebrations in preschools, such as at UC Kindles International Preschool, play a vital role in early childhood development. These celebrations offer rich, multifaceted learning opportunities that shape young minds in various ways: Understanding Diversity and Inclusion By celebrating a variety of festivals, children learn to appreciate different cultures, fostering respect and inclusion. Exposure to diverse traditions helps build a more inclusive society. Promoting Social and Emotional Development Participating in festivals enhances social and emotional skills. Children learn to work together, express emotions, and develop empathy and kindness through acts of giving and sharing. Enhancing Cognitive and Creative Skills Festival-related activities like storytelling, arts and crafts, music, and dance stimulate cognitive and creative development. These activities make learning fun and help children remember cultural stories and meanings. Strengthening Family and Community Bonds Involving parents and families in celebrations creates a bridge between home and school, fostering a collaborative environment, Multicultural festival days allow the community to engage and learn from each other. Instilling Values and Traditions Children learn important cultural values and traditions, such as gratitude, generosity, and community spirit. These values become an integral part of their character. Festival celebrations in preschools enrich children’s lives by embracing cultural diversity, promoting social and emotional growth, enhancing cognitive and creative skills, strengthening family and community bonds, and instilling core values. These celebrations lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning and development, preparing children to become well-rounded, empathetic, and culturally aware individuals. Swati Yadav Director UC kindles Manoramaganj, Indore

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Why Summer Camp is Important for Your Kids

A Smart Choice by UCKindies International Preschool & DayCare Summer holidays are every child’s dream—a break from books, routines, and school bells. But parents often worry about how to keep their little ones engaged in a meaningful way. This is where summer camps step in! At UCKindies, recognized as the Best Preschool in MP, we believe that summer camp is more than just fun—it’s a foundation for growth, learning, and healthy habits. 1. Say Goodbye to Screens, Hello to Real Fun One of the biggest challenges today’s parents face is limiting mobile phone usage. During holidays, kids often end up glued to screens. Our summer camp provides the perfect solution by offering engaging preschool activities for kids that spark creativity, interaction, and learning, away from gadgets. 2. Boost Physical Activity and Activeness Modern lifestyles are making kids less physically active. At UCKindies, our summer camp ensures that every day is packed with movement—be it through dance, outdoor games, yoga, or group exercises. These activities help kids develop motor skills, improve coordination, and stay fit. 3. Build Social Skills & Friendships Summer camp is a great environment for children to make new friends, work in teams, and develop essential social skills. At our Kids Education Center in MP, we foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere where children learn to share, communicate, and respect others. 4. Learning Beyond the Classroom While school teaches academics, summer camp at Uckindies introduces preschool activities for kids that cover a wide spectrum—arts, crafts, music, storytelling, and even beginner science experiments. These activities develop curiosity and broaden your child’s learning horizons. 5. Encourages Independence and Confidence Being in a new environment helps kids step out of their comfort zones. Our summer camp programs at the Best Daycare for Toddlers in MP are designed to allow children to explore, take small risks, and make decisions on their own—helping them become more confident and independent. 6. A Safe & Nurturing Space Parents often worry about safety and care, especially during the long summer breaks. UCKindies is proud to be the Best Daycare for Toddlers in MP, offering a secure, hygienic, and nurturing environment where your child is looked after with love and professionalism. Conclusion Choosing a summer camp at UCKindies isn’t just about filling time—it’s about enriching your child’s summer with meaningful experiences. Whether it’s reducing screen time, boosting activeness, or enhancing learning, our Summer camp has it all. Discover why we’re the Best Preschool in MP, and give your child a summer to remember! 🌞 Limited seats available! Enroll your child today for a fun-filled, learning-packed summer at UCKindies. Our branches :- Indore | Satna| Neemuch | Chhindwara

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Imporatnce of being a mentor for the Preschool Kids

Importance of Being a Mentor to the LIttle Ones

Being a Mentor In today’s world, where most parents are bogged down by their daily routine and technological bombardment and tired from their jobs, most onus for everyday learning comes on the teachers. In a high quality teaching environment it is crucially important to build relationships with children and pay a lot of attention to their thinking process developing and opening channels of communication with the young individual. It’s the teachers’ responsibility to open all their senses to the child’s needs before expecting them to follow instructions. High Quality Teaching A high quality teacher would spend adequate time for curriculum planning and reflection. They attend carefully to the child’s language and find ways to make them thing about or find answers to everday problems. Guidance in such cases is minimal, offering just enough assistance to be helpful but not so much or so little that we end up completing the task for the child. Concepts and ideas and understanding need to be built into the curriculum before wordsheets and guided help are given. Any preschool is proud of its curriculum, that incorporates complex cognitive and interpersonal skills like self-regulation, self-direction, developing individual perspective, forming connections, critical thinking and willingness to try new challenges. Such high quality teachers provide ample opportunities to hear and use complex and interactive language. Their planning supports learning processes and a wide range of socio-emotional skills and active everyday practical learning. These teachers would also involve parents in the child’s learning to take it the required distance. Having observed a lot of teachers’ enthusiasm for class decoration and there is growing evidence that material clutter negatively affects learning. As visual distraction increases, the child’s ability to focus, stay on task and learn new information decreases. So, do look out for a clean clutter free hygienic environment in the school you choose. All in all I would like to end with the best of teachers is a failure if she fails to ignite the flame of inborn curiosity. As Maria Montessori said in a note sent home to the parents, that if we parents failed to recognize evidence of learning in a child who spent the whole day immersed in stories and blocks or trying to make a Styrofoam boat stay afloat, well, that was going to be our problem, not our child’s Being a perfect mentor Here are some tips for being a perfect mentor. Create a Safe and Nurturing Environment Build a positive Relationship Encourage Exploration and Curiosity Promote Social Skills Encourage Independence Provide Structured Routine Support Language Development Be Patient and Flexible Celebrate Achievements

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