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The Importance of Small World Play
For those that do not know, ‘Small world’ play is imaginary play where models of real settings are used by the children. Animals, vehicles, dolls and mini-beasts are all examples of small world paraphernalia. Small world play scenes with figures, objects, scenery and sometimes a sensory element enrich play and stimulate imaginative, creative and linguistic development.…
Read MoreWhat is the best school in Bangkok?
What is the best school in Bangkok? Many parents ask us where they should send their children after life at the British Early Years Centre. It truly is the most difficult question to answer as we set very high standards for ourselves. We wouldn’t be doing what we are doing if we didn’t fully believe…
Read MorePhonics Raceway
This is a great game to play and allows even the most reluctant learners to access phonics. The children literally beg to have to have a turn at racing the cars round and reading new words or at a more basic level, new sounds. [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”1″ gal_title=”Phonics Raceway”] British Early Years Centre is an…
Read MoreFrozen paint wands
I absolutely love this idea. It looks like so much fun and great for both sensory and artistic play. Why not try this at home? It couldn’t be simpler. Check out Jen’s blog here as she shows you how her and her daughter created their Frozen paint wands… British Early Years Centre is an International…
Read MoreBenefits of Reading 2- Ideas and Activities
Reading in the womb It is never too early to begin reading to your child. Even reading whilst the child is in the womb has been proven to have significant benefits to their abilities. The University of Florida found that a Foetus between the 28th and 34th weeks of pregnancy could remember familiar nursery rhymes.…
Read MoreThe benefits of reading with children
One of the easiest and often most overlooked aspects of child development is simply just taking the time to sit and read together; the emphasis lying with the word “together”. Reading should be a shared experience and not just one way. When we say one way we mean either by the parent reading and the…
Read MoreFun art game to play at home
I asked one of the students today what their favourite game to play in class was. I didn’t expect the answer to be “spelling with Teacher Nick”! Anyway here is a fun arty game to play courtesy of www.gluedtomycraftsblog.com British Early Years Centre is an International Kindergarten School in Bangkok. For more information please take…
Read MoreHow to help develop pre-writing skills
Here is a great way to help children to develop pre-writing skills. Pre-writing skill development sets the foundation for children to develop quickly when they pick up a pencil. Fine motor skills are the ability to make small precise movements with control, using fingers, wrists and hands. The strengthening of these muscles from an early…
Read MoreFamily Structure: Its Importance and How to Create It
“Structure offers children a sense of security and control in a world full of uncertainty – and helps create healthy habits that last into adulthood.” Play is an essential part of growing up, but is it any kind of play? How much should be dictated to them? Guided play at British Early Years Centre is…
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