Empathy School is not a registered Cambridge International examination center. Students who wish to sit for Cambridge examinations may do so through approved external centers.
We are One – Our Kindy CommunityWe build friendship, teamwork, and a sense of belonging.
We start with love and unity. Children feel seen, safe, and supported. We share stories, make art, and build our classroom family.
Focus: Identity, friendship, school culture, belonging, empathy, community roles
Key Concepts:- Building trust, sharing, and classroom harmony
- Introducing routines, roles, and responsibility
- Classroom agreements + Kindness Tree
- Celebrating names, languages, and family stories
Activities: Circle time storytelling, group games, drawing our community
SEL Link: Empathy, cooperation, and self-awarenessSEL Focus: Friendships, teamwork, empathy
Sense of Place – The World Around Me
Children become explorers of their everyday world. We notice the beauty in our neighborhood, learn through movement, and map our adventures.
We connect to the land and community. Every step outside is a new discovery. We walk, observe, and map the spaces we belong to.
Focus: Local environment, culture, maps, sense of belonging to land and place
Key Concepts:- Exploring surroundings (school, home, village)
- Identifying natural and human-made features
- Local animals and homes exploration
- Understanding location through walks and simple maps
Activities: Nature walks, treasure maps, community helper visits
SEL Link: Connection, curiosity, and confidence in new spacesSEL Focus: Respecting space and others’ environments
Gifts from the Earth – The Colours of Our WorldNature gives us color, texture, and beauty. We learn by touching the Earth.
We paint with petals, play with seasons, and mix colors from nature. We discover nature’s colors and create with earth’s treasures.
Focus: Nature’s beauty, seasons, colors, creativity, and gratitude
Key Concepts:- Observing and naming colors in plants, foods, and animals
- Learning about seasons, rainbows, and weather
- Experimenting with natural pigments and textures
Activities: Painting with soil, flower dyeing, seasonal art/displays
SEL Link: Appreciation, gratitude, and sensory mindfulnessSEL Focus: Gratitude, mindfulness in observation
INvironment – Mindfulness IslandCalm minds, peaceful hearts. We care for nature and ourselves.
We breathe deeply, listen closely, and move gently. We practice calm, focus, and caring for nature.
Focus: Calm, balance, environmental care, emotional regulation, peace, and inner awareness through nature
Key Concepts:- Practicing breathing, stillness, and body awareness
- Peace garden corner creation
- Respecting living things and caring for nature
- Creating calming spaces and daily rhythm
- “Feelings Island” storytelling and role play
Activities: Mindful garden time, sound walks, peace rocks
SEL Link: Self-regulation, resilience, emotional literacySEL Focus: Mindfulness, managing emotions
Theme 5: Gaia – Wonderful WormsThe Earth is alive beneath our feet. Worms are heroes!
We dig, compost, and marvel at soil’s magic. We dig into soil life, meet worms, and learn about compost.
Focus: Soil life, sustainability, composting, worms
Key Concepts:- Investigating worms, bugs, and healthy soil
- Learning how compost helps gardens grow
- What’s under our feet? How do worms help the Earth?
- Observing life cycles and underground ecosystems
Activities: Worm farms, compost play, dirt discovery/detectives
SEL Link: Responsibility, patience, and scientific curiositySEL Focus: Patience, care, responsibility
Be the Change – Under the SeaOceans inspire awe—and action. We become guardians of the blue.
We clean, sing, and create from what others throw away. We dive into ocean life and learn to care for our seas.
Focus: Ocean life, climate care, water ecosystems
Key Concepts:- Discovering sea animals and underwater habitats
- Understanding pollution, plastic waste, and ocean health
- Becoming protectors of water and marine life
- Recycled ocean art and plastic sorting games
Activities: Ocean clean-up role play, recycled art, sea creature songs
SEL Link: Agency, compassionSEL Focus: Taking responsibility, global empathy
Time to Fly – Soaring StarsEvery child is a star ready to rise. We reflect, celebrate, and launch forward.
We honor our journey with memory books and graduation joy. We reflect, dream big, and celebrate how far we’ve come.
Focus: Reflection, transitions, celebration, Graduation, dreams
Key Concepts:- Looking back on growth and learning
- Preparing emotionally and socially for primary school
- Celebrating personal milestones and future dreams
- “Shooting Star” affirmation ceremony
Activities: Memory books, star goals, graduation circle/farewell fun
SEL Link: Confidence, reflection, and visioningSEL Focus: Self-confidence, celebrating growth
