ARQI PRESCHOOL AND DAYCARE

The ArQi Way At ArQi, we use the theory of multiple intelligence, the play way method and experiential learning as our framework for early childhood education. The theory of multiple intelligence is based on the principle that every child is born with nine types of intelligence - Linguistic intelligence (“word smart”), Logical-mathematical intelligence (“number/reasoning smart”), Spatial intelligence (“picture smart”), Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence (“body smart”), Musical intelligence (“music smart”), Interpersonal intelligence (“people smart”), Intrapersonal intelligence (“self-smart”) and Naturalist intelligence (“nature smart”). While few are dominant and a few are dormant, personal experiences play a large role in determining the development of each type of intelligence. Play-way method goes by the principle that all work and learning should be done in the essence of ‘play’. A child is the happiest when she is engrossed in play. This can happen in different forms, such as imitating family members, playing with toys, or playing outdoor games like tag, hide-and-seek or simply running. Children improve their motor skills, enhance their power of imagination and creativity by indulging in play. Experiential learning enables children to pursue their own areas of interest and to work through problems as they arise in real life situations. They are not simply working out what 2 + 2 equals because the teacher says it’s important, they are working out how many toys they have, how many biscuits the dog eats, or how many pairs of shoes they need to pick up. Experiential learning can also be important for letting kids experience the reality of ‘failure’ and how to overcome setbacks and challenges. They can feel pride when they eventually find a way to do something because they learned to do it themselves, not because someone told them the answer. At ArQi, our curriculum includes elements from each of these to create unique development opportunities for little ones.