Nowadays, children (and adults) spend more time inside, often on the screen, which is not good. Playing outdoors has many benefits, but playing indoors is lacking. Read more about what the study from the Harvard University says about the benefits of outdoor play.

How do we promote outdoor play?

1. Sun

Children (as well as all people) need sun exposure to make Vitamin D. Vitamin D is essential for the immune system and bone development, so our bodies work better if we get sun every day!

Remember, sun lotion, hat, and sunglasses are needed to play in the sun safely!

2. Exercise

We recently had an exciting webinar with one of the top experts in the field of preschooling in India, Senior Consultant Ranjan Goyal. As the CEO, Ranjan has set up several preschool chains in India. He is now an independent consultant helping preschools match new needs and opportunities.

💡Here are the actions he recommends to preschool owners and managers:

A straightforward way is to look at what will help us increase admissions and revenues on the one hand and what will help us reduce costs on the other hand.

🚀 INCREASE ADMISSIONS AND REVENUES

Bedrock Preschool implemented the complete Kindiedays Pro Program during the first half of 2024.

Now, our Education Specialist Stella and CEO Milla met up with Leena Chandra, the Founder of Bedrock, to review the results and discuss the future.

How did it go?

Stella: Thank you for having us here today at Bedrock Academy in Bangalore, India. I would like to know a little bit about how you made Bedrock. 

Watch the Discussion HERE

Leena: My vision for Bedrock was to create a firm foundation for all children in Bangalore. International education is typically very, very expensive, and not all classes can afford a good education for the children. 

So, I wanted to provide global education, hence tying up with Kindiedays. I wanted to use that as a firm foundation to spread good education across all levels and all classes in Bangalore, and hopefully, this will spread across India. 

The early childhood education landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by changing educational policies, shifting societal expectations, and technological advancements. As preschool owners and teachers seek to navigate these changes, understanding the key challenges and effective strategies for renewal becomes paramount. 

Understanding the Challenges

The first step toward effective change is recognizing the challenges preschools currently face. Today’s educational landscape demands a shift from traditional methods to more holistic and technology-integrated approaches. The primary hurdles include:

• Outdated curricula and learning methods, such as rote learning
• Inefficient Parental Engagement
• Staff Training and Retention
• Increasing competition

Strategies for Renewal

Addressing these challenges requires a multifaceted approach, focusing on several key areas:

The Finnish Education Model: A Quick Recap

Finland’s world-renowned education success comes from three key principles:

• Playful Learning: Children learn through play, exploration, and creativity.
• Child-Centered Approach: Focusing on individual needs and empowering children to actively participate in their learning.
• Parent Partnership: Strengthening the relationship between educators and parents to support each child’s growth.

By adopting these elements in your preschool, you can create an environment where children thrive, parents feel connected, and your preschool community flourishes.

Here’s how we can help you get started: