Pre-Kindy Program
Pre-Kindy (2-3 years)
PLAY BASED LEARNING APPROACHES
The Pre-Kindy Program at Aristar International School provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children aged 2–3 begin their learning journey with confidence.
Based on the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, the program focuses on play-based learning, exploration, and real-life experiences, helping children develop essential skills for lifelong learning.
Full Day Sessions
Monday - Friday
08:40 - 15:30
40 weeks
Weekly Themes
Themes are unified concepts used each week for a creative and interactive lesson delivery of the Learning Units.
Why Choose Pre-Kindy at Aristar?
- Child-centred, play-based international curriculum (EYFS)
- Strong focus on well-being, confidence, and social development
- Interactive learning through hands-on and sensory activities
- Supportive environment with caring and experienced teachers
- Integration of English language development and Thai culture
OUR CORE VALUES
Skills That Children Will Learn
Develop Primary Sensory Skills
Develop primary sensory skills through physical, musical, and artistic approaches based on the curriculum
Listen Understand and Respond
Listen, understand and vocalize communicatory content and respond using simple thought
Develop Interest in Picture Books
Develop interest in picture books in reading a story
Awareness of Simple Self-Help Skills
Handle and move different objects; show awareness of simple self-help skills; begin to make relationships with peers and familiar adults; demonstrate a sense of self and begin to manage their own feelings/ behavior
Awareness of Physical Shapes
Count and organize objects; develop object permanence; develop an awareness of physical shapes, space, and measure
Express Curiosity for Other People
Express curiosity for other people especially their family members; explore objects or places with regards to their similarities and differences; discover toys with different mechanisms and begin to learn to operate them
Express Imagination
Express imagination through physical action, sound, and role-playing
Developing Interest in Chinese and Thai Languages
Children develop an interest in Chinese and Thai languages through engaging and enjoyable learning experiences. They explore children’s songs, stories, games, and everyday classroom language, gradually becoming familiar with simple words, phrases, and sounds in both languages. This supports early listening skills, cultural awareness, and positive attitudes toward language learning.
Learning Through Play
Children learn best when they are actively engaged. Our program encourages:
- Exploration and curiosity
- Communication and language development
- Social interaction and cooperation
- Early independence and self-confidence
Teachers guide learning through a balance of child-initiated play and structured activities, ensuring meaningful development.
Areas of Learning
Our curriculum supports holistic development across the 7 EYFS learning areas:
Prime Areas
- Communication and Language
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Physical Development
Specific Areas
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the World
- Expressive Arts and Design
Interactive & Experiential Learning
At Aristar, we emphasize Interactive Learning, where children:
- Learn through real-life experiences
- Engage in hands-on, sensory-rich activities
- Develop early thinking and problem-solving skills
- Build communication through group interaction
Language & Cultural Development
- English is the main language of instruction
- Thai language and culture are integrated through daily activities, songs, and traditions
This supports children in developing both global awareness and local identity.
Assessment & Individual Care
We monitor each child’s development through:
- Ongoing observation and play-based assessment
- Individual learning journals and progress tracking
- EYFS-aligned developmental milestones
This ensures every child receives personalized support and care.
Preparing for Kindergarten
The pre-Kindy program builds strong foundations in:
- Communication and social skills
- Emotional confidence and independence
- Early literacy and numeracy awareness
Children transition smoothly into Kindergarten (Early Years 1) with confidence and
readiness.
LEARNING ASPECTS
Subjects with its Areas of Learning and Development
English: Language learning and Communication
- Listening, attention and understanding
- Speaking
- Vocabulary development
- Early literacy skills
HPES: Health, Physical, Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Moving and handling
- Health and self-care
- Making relationships
- Self-confidence and self-awareness
- Managing feelings and behavior
Math: Problem Solving and Early Numeracy
- Number recognition and counting
- Shapes & space
- Understanding quantity
- Pattern
- Measurement (early concepts)
Geography, Science and Technology: Knowledge and Understanding of the World
- People and communities
- The world and Geography
- Science
- Technology
Art and Music: Creative Development
- Exploring and using media and materials
- Being imaginative
Chinese: Language Exploration
- Listening
- Attention
Thai Language
- Listening and Understanding
- Speaking and Communication
- Vocabulary Development
- Early Literacy Skills
- Social and Language Interaction
- Creative Expression
- Cultural Understanding
Our Approach
“Joyful learning through play and real-life experiences in a warm and safe international environment.”
At Aristar, we nurture children to become happy, confident, and curious learners, ready for future success.
Pre-Kindy (2-3 years)
- Application form submission
- Family and student assessments
- Result announcement
- Tuition fees payment
- A boy or a girl aged 2-3
- Not having serious communicable diseases or physical disabilities
- A photograph, taken not more than 6 months, size 1 inch, 3 pictures
- A copy of the children's birth certificate
- A copy of the national ID card of the father and mother
- A copy of the house registration of children, parents
- A copy of the name and surname change certificate (if any), which must match the house registration
- A copy of the registration certificate for adoption (In the case of adoption)
- Tuition Fees
- Term 1 : 28,100 THB
- Term 2 : 28,100 THB
- Term 3 : 28,100 THB
- Other Fees
- Student Uniform 1 set 500 THB
- Sports Uniform 1 set 500