Early Years

Introduction to courses

International School Brunei (ISB) has been involved in training adults in early childhood care and education since 2002.

Courses are offered in Bandar Seri Begawan and at Kuala Belait. Courses are offered on a part time basis, which include weekly tutorials and practice in classrooms.

Courses offered at ISB are Australian courses recognized by the Australian National Training Framework and validated by Sunshine Coast TAFE, based in Brisbane.

Courses are offered at two levels:

Ø  Certificate III in Children’s Services

Ø  Diploma in Children’s Services

Certificate III in Children’s Services

This qualification enables adults to work at assistant level within a wide range of services including child care centers, kindergartens, family day care and after school care.

 Entry at Certificate level is dependent on completion of Form 5 schooling and a good command of spoken and written English.

Diploma in Children’s Services

This qualification enables adults to take charge at supervisory level. In Australia this may be as a Director of a childcare center. Internationally, Diploma holders may be employed as Kindergarten teachers or group leaders.

Entry at Diploma level is dependent on completion of Certificate III (or equivalent).

Diploma in Children’s Services is accredited by the Brunei Ministry of Education.

Children’s Services Courses

Courses offered in Children’s Services provide qualifications enabling adults to work within the childcare field.

Certificate III in Children’s Services (entry point September 2012)

This qualification enables adults to work at assistant level within a wide range of services including child care centers, kindergartens and after school care. Students are required to complete 3 Terms (15 units) from September 2012 to June 2013.

The first cluster of six units is delivered as a Foundation Course (Term 1) (September – November), after which students can choose to continue in Term 2 (4 units) and Term 3 (5 units) to obtain the Certificate III in Children’s Services. First Aid is delivered as one of the Foundation Course units.

Delivery of units is via weekly tutorials, completion of assignments, self-study and practicum. Tutorials are usually two and half hour sessions once a week.

Practicum takes place within ISB’s Early Childhood classrooms, working with children aged 2-5years. Students work alongside teachers and assistants for a minimum of 30 working days during the course. Students must complete evidence of practice to support theory learnt in tutorials.

Diploma in Children’s Services

Once the certificate is completed, students are able to continue with the Diploma in Children’s Services. Students are required to undertake 18 units at Diploma level. Delivery of units is similar to Certificate level though study is in greater depth. Units are delivered over 18 months (from September onwards). Practicum commitment is a minimum of 50 days over this period.

This qualification enables adults to take charge at supervisory level. In Australia this may be as a Director of a childcare centre Internationally, Diploma holders may be employed as Kindergarten teachers or group leaders.

The Diploma in Children’s Services may be credited against a degree in Early Childhood or Bachelor of Teaching (Between 1-2 years depending on course/university).

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Contact Information

For enquiries contact Sheila Crocker at 2330608, Fax no: 2337446 or send email to scrocker@isb.edu.bn

Toddler Group

• Goals
• Q&A
• Time Table
• Suggestion & comments
• Toddler Group

Goals

• To provide a safe and secure environment where there are a range of play opportunities for very young children
• To provide an environment where parents and their toddlers can enjoy playing together
• To enhance and extend the school's links to the parent community

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Q: What can the toddler group offer your child?

 A: Our outdoor play area offers young children opportunities to play, explore and socialize with other children in a safe and caring environment. ISB Early Years Staff provide a range of developmentally appropriate activities for young children under 3 years of age. Staff and ISB Secondary students are available to assist parents in making the most of the activities and equipment available.

Q: What age can my child start attending the session?

A: The toddler group welcomes children from the age of 18 months to 3 years old, accompanied by an adult.

Q: Will my child have fun?

A: Yes we are sure they will have fun! We have a lot of age appropriate activities to offer your child eg sand, water etc. They can also begin to experience mixing with other children.

Q: Who can accompany the child?

A: Obviously it is great if mum or dad can come; but if that is not possible then any/another adult relative or amah.

Q: What will the adults do?

A: You can enjoy watching your child explore and experiment with a range of sensorial and manipulative materials. Tea and coffee is provided for your enjoyment, though beware hot drinks near the children..

Parent and Toddler Group Term Dates

Sessions start usual time at 3.00pm -  5.00pm

Time Table for this Term

 

Week 1	No Parent and Toddler Group
Week 2	11th January
Week 3	18th January
Week 4	25th January
Week 5	1st February
Week 6	8th February
Week 7	15th February
Week 8	22nd February
Week 9	29th February
Week 10	7th March
Week 11	14th March

For Comments and suggestions

Please contact:

Postal address:

PO box 192 MPC Berakas

Bandar Seri Begawan BB3577

Brunei Darussalam

Telephone:

+673-2330608, 2337445

Facsimile

+6732337446

enquires@isb.edu.bn

Firstly, what is toddler group?

Toddler group is an informal play group for children between 18 months to 3 years old, accompanied by an adult.

Where is it?

 The toddler group is held at International School Brunei (ISB)
Jalan Dato Ahmad, Berakas BB1114, Brunei Darussalam

When is it?

Every Wednesday 3-5pm
During ISB term time

Cost

Toddler group is charged at $4 per child per session.

Postal address:

PO box 192 MPC Berakas

Bandar Seri Begawan BB3577

Brunei Darussalam

Telephone:

+673-2330608, 2337445

Facsimile

+6732337446

enquires@isb.edu.bn

MONTESSORI SATURDAY EXPERIENCE

 International School Brunei offers an additional Montessori style enrichment experience during each term for a limited number of weeks.

This experience is available on a first come first served basis, to a limited number of children already attending ISB, within the 4-7age range. (depending on places).

Further information about Saturday Montessori Experience can be found at enquiries@isb.edu.bn

MONTESSORI SATURDAY EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW

At ISB we greatly believe in providing children with the opportunities to expand their knowledge and broaden their experiences. 

We offer a different approach to learning at our Saturday Montessori Experience Programme which is based on the Montessori philosophy and principles.  In this enrichment programme children get to use hands-on materials that are designed specifically to offer impressions through sensory experiences and aid the natural progression of their development.

Children attending the programme are immersed in activities of Language, Mathematics, Culture (areas such as geography, history, biology, botany, science and art),  Practical Life (self-help skills) and Sensorial (learning through the senses). 

Each Saturday session the Montessori teacher and assistants introduce a topic and provide activities that fall under the umbrella of Culture. All activities in our Montessori environment are self-chosen by the child while qualified staff guide them along in their learning.  Learning is a process that cannot be rushed but must be experienced. 

We strongly believe at our Montessori Saturday Programme, that, "a child occupied with matters that awaken his interest seems to blossom (and) expand," (Maria Montessori, San Remo Lectures, p. 28.

Early Childhood Forum

The most recent Early Childhood Forum took place in May at ISB, with the theme of 'Learning from children'. Led by ISB Lower Primary Manager John Holmes, the school welcomed colleagues from Jerudong International School, Panaga School, Hornbill and Sinaran Mas. Visitors were given a tour of the Foundation Stage classes, followed by a short presentation and then discussion groups.

The presentation focused on the ten images of the child as formulated by Sorin and Galloway (2006): 'Construct of childhood: Constructs of self'. Questions were posed such as 'What is childhood?', 'What is your view of the child?'. Understanding these different constructs of childhood may help us to understand and plan more appropriately for young children.

Sorin, R. G. Galloway (2006). "Construct of childhood: Constructs of Self."
Children Australia 31(2): 12-21