Extra-curricular activities such as singing and dancing can boost a child’s self-confidence and positively impact their academic learning.
In this month’s blog at Little Steps Day Care we look at the importance of extra-curricular activities for youngsters at nursery. Call us in Renhold on 01234 889518 for more details.
What Are Extra-Curricular Activities?
Children learn a lot at nursery, including basic literacy and mathematical skills. These lessons help to prepare them for future life at primary school and beyond, but they are not the only important aspects of a child’s education.
Extra-curricular activities are beneficial for youngsters as they encourage self-confidence, develop social skills and much more. Some of these activities include:
- Singing
- Cooking
- Sensory Play
- Drama & Dance
Whether they are singing, dancing or cooking, children are given the opportunity to experiment with new things. A well-balanced day of academic and additional activities at nursery offers a stimulating and varied education.
Encouraging Self-Confidence
Some children are stronger in certain areas of school than others, so it is important to make sure they are all given the opportunity to shine in their own way. Self-confidence is essential for future life and extra-curricular activities such as singing or dancing give youngsters the time to develop it.
Children can also develop their teamwork skills. For example, if they are dancing or singing as a group, they will have to work together.
Learning is Fun!
All aspects of early education are important and extra-curricular activities offer an opportunity to teach in a fun and exciting environment. Youngsters thrive when they are challenged with something new and grow in confidence with every success.
Additionally, combining literacy and mathematics with singing or dancing can be a great way to encourage children who struggle with those subjects to try again. Of course, some youngsters will respond to this type of creative learning more than others.
Get in Touch
For more information about the importance of extra-curricular activities at nursery, contact us at Little Steps Day Care in Renhold today. Call us on 01234 889518 or 07340 956 133 to talk to a member of our team or send a message via the contact form for a prompt response.
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