Small Wonder Malaysia, Setia Tropika, Johor

Small Wonder stands as a beacon of brilliance in early childhood education in Setia Tropika, Johor. As a proud member of the renowned Busy Bees family, parents can have complete confidence in Small Wonder to provide an exceptional educational experience for children, drawing upon a proven curriculum that spans over three decades. The preschool’s affiliation with Busy Bees, a globally recognised leader in the field, underscores its commitment to excellence and ensures that children receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for formal education both in the Malaysian public school system as well as in international schools.

Immersed in a verdant landscape, Small Wonder is a place where children's dreams take flight, where their natural curiosity is nurtured, and where they embark on a lifelong journey of learning and discovery. With ample space within a double-storey landed property for children to engage in hands-on activities, outdoor play and nature-based experiences, Small Wonder is set to challenge The Wondrous Mind through a thematic inquiry-based approach that inspires curiosity and a deep love for learning from the earliest stages of a child’s development.

As a pledge to cultivate the holistic development of the inquisitive child, the educators at Small Wonder, Setia Tropika deeply value and respect each child as an individual, optimise learning outcomes based upon an integrated curriculum, and form a positive collaboration between educators, parents and the wider community. These principles serve as the guiding force behind the meticulously designed curriculum, which is implemented within a carefully prepared environment that utilises custom tools and equipment.

The curriculum at Small Wonder, Setia Tropika is represented by the Tapestry of Learning, which emphasises the interconnected relationship between the child, the community and the environment. It embodies the fundamental and detailed aspects of the curriculum, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

The preschool is committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education by integrating globally recognised curricula, encompassing the KSPK curriculum from Malaysia, the Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) framework that supports the preschool curriculum in Singapore, and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) from the UK. This comprehensive curriculum promotes well-rounded development, including intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth, while fostering exploration, creativity and critical thinking.

For children in the Early Years (18 months - 4 years old), the curriculum focuses on communication and language skills, motor skills, sensory experiences, and social and emotional skills in group settings. It is a holistic and child-centred approach that covers various domains of development, including cognitive, social, emotional and physical aspects. As children progress to the Preschool stage (4 - 6 years old), the curriculum adopts a cognitive and constructivist approach, enabling children to learn through interactions with their everyday experiences. The focus shifts to acquiring knowledge on their own, developing independence, presenting and communicating their ideas, understanding of self and building confidence, working collaboratively in groups, and social and community awareness – laying a solid foundation that will serve them throughout their lives.

Within this purposefully-built safe haven, safety and hygiene take paramount importance, as Small Wonder recognises the vital need for a secure and clean environment for children to thrive. Complemented by excellent security features, the fully gated and guarded residential area surrounding the preschool provides parents peace of mind regarding their children’s well-being. Rigorous inspections and internal audits are regularly conducted to ensure strict adherence to stringent standards, ensuring that every aspect of safety and cleanliness is upheld.

In addition to maintaining a safe environment, the partnership between educators and parents is highly valued, understanding the crucial role parents play in their child's educational journey. Open and transparent communication channels, including in-person updates and the Little Lives mobile app, ensure that parents are well-informed about their child's progress, achievements and areas of growth. By prioritising transparent communication and encouraging parents to remain actively engaged in their child’s development and education, children at Small Wonder receive the invaluable benefits of a comprehensive support system that nurtures their growth, ignites their potential, and ultimately paves the way for their long-term success and overall well-being.