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Into the Classroom | The World of 'Building and Construction'

20 May 2021
 
 

 

Rashmi Dixon 

Reception Teacher

 

The term STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) may seem like an unlikely element of early years education at first glance but here in the Nest, we strive to make it central to our children's learning and development. We recently encouraged our pupils to follow their inquiry into the world of 'Building and Construction' and had the privilege of witnessing them become little engineers, architects, scientists, artists and mathematicians.

The children used different material to build an array of structures like buildings, towers, bridges and even little cities using a range of material like blocks, rocks, recycled boxes, toilet paper rolls etc.

Through incorporating aspects of STEAM into play, children can be encouraged to:

  • Show curiosity and a 'can do' attitude

  • Seek challenges and enjoy meeting challenges

  • Think of ideas and find new ways of doing things

  • Solve problems

  • Make links, predictions, estimates and hypothesize

  • Notice patterns

  • Test their ideas

  • Plan and make decisions about how to approach a task

  • Be able to change strategy and review their approach

  • Communicate, collaborate and make compromises

All the above are aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage Characteristics of Effective Learning. STEAM, therefore, goes hand in hand with the values of the early years. STEAM is about merging these important subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) into one. It is therefore a holistic approach, and this is exactly what learning in the Nest is about: intertwining areas of learning. 

 

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At the open day, you will also have a chance to know more about our Ethos, bilingual curriculum, and our play-based teaching and learning at the Nest. A school tour is provided as well for you to explore our outstanding facilities.

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please contact our admissions office

Tel:

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