The Learning Centre

TLC Kids Programmes Extra-curricular Maths & Science Club . ICT Club . Homework PLUS+ . Dynamic English . Maths Focus . Infants Club . Toddlers Club . Kindergarten Club Holiday Programmes Co-curricular Science Workshops . Teacher PD Workshops Maths & Science Club This very popular programme develops essential maths & science skills and knowledge through a balance of practical enquiry and exploration. We provide a discovery-based learning approach to help consolidate, complement and extend learning through challenge & positive reinforcement. We encourage children to develop positive attitudes towards Maths and Science by building on their natural curiousity and thirst for discovery. We challenge children to take responsibility and become active participants in their own learning journey. Lesson Content We have tailor-made our own curriculum based on UK National Standards and modified for the International and Hong Kong context. Our 9 unit rolling programme ensures that any child can enter TLC Kids at any time and always have new/ fresh content... every term! Teaching Methods Our proven teaching methodologies ensure that when we introduce a new topic/ concept, our trained teachers are able to differentiate terminology, depth and difficulty to cater to different students'levels and individual learning needs. This allows your child to consolidate and/ or extend their skills and understandings in a supportive environment and at an appropriate pace. Extension activities and fast finisher challenges are a regular feature. We adopt and inquiry approach to learning where children learn how to question and draw upon their own curiousity as a foundation for learning. Class Size We aim for a ratio of approximately 4-6 students to one teacher. We adjust the ratio accoring to the demands, social composition and abilities within the group. Lesson Format TLC Feelgood Brainteaser Lesson Objectives Mental Maths Maths Concept Introduction/ Teaching Maths Concept Application Science Concept Introduced Science Experiment/ Discovery/ Investigation Check for Understanding TLC Feelgood Inclusions Qualified and experienced International Educators, trained and accredited in the TLC Global Teacher Accreditation System Child-centred/ Enquiry-based approach Activity Packs/ Sheets and Specialist resources Report on Achievement, Effort & Progress Course Achievement Certificate Club Membership T-shirt & ID Card TLC Kids consultation/ tutorial support TLC Kids Interactive Web Portal TLC Active Learning System Proven holistic approach to learning Home reinforcement activities ICT Club This much loved programme develops essential Computer and ICT skills through fun and challenging projects. As children nowadays receive an hour or less of direct ICT skill instruction, we believe in the importance of giving children the extra time to build the confidence they need to use the computer as a tool across the curriculum. Each term children are engaged in a new topical project which engages their skills and creativity. The project with focus on 5 or 6 key skill areas related to and build on their school learning. We seek provide a solid foundation & the extra skills and confidence for your child to fully utilise ICT at school & home. Lesson Content We have tailor-made our own project-based curriculum on UK QCA learning objectives and modified for the International and Hong Kong context. Each project is organised around a fun and engaging theme. We spend a great deal of time and energy on bringing together the best ideas, programmes and web content to keep children motivated and inspired by their ICT Club experience. Our 9 project rolling programme ensures that any child can enter TLC Kids at any time and always have new/ fresh project to look forward to... every term! Sample Lesson Teaching Methods The children begin the lesson with a discussion and demonstration at the front of the room where the student have the lesson objectives explained. The majority of the lesson is then getting the students to apply the skills or processes they have just learned. Children often will have to synthesise new skills with existing skills and procedures as they work on aspects of their project. Class Size We aim for a ratio of approximately 4-6 students to one teacher. We adjust the ratio accoring to the demands, social composition and abilities within the group. Lesson Format TLC Feelgood Technology warmup Lesson Objectives Teacher Demonstration/ Explanation and Teaching Reinforcement of Methods/ Skills and Procedures Review & Check for Understanding Website of the Week TLC Feelgood Inclusions Qualified and experienced International Educators, trained and accredited in the TLC Global Teacher Accreditation System Child-centred/ Enquiry-based approach Activity Packs/ Sheets and Specialist resources Report on Achievement, Effort & Progress Course Achievement Certificate Club Membership T-shirt & ID Card TLC Kids consultation/ tutorial support TLC Kids Interactive Web Portal TLC Active Learning System Proven holistic approach to learning Home reinforcement Homework PLUS+ Our trained TLC teachers and assistants will assist your child in a focused and well-supported environment to work on school set homework. We offer support for English (Writing, Reading and Spelling), Maths, as well as assistance in programme of inquiry projects. We coach children towards responsible and proactive attitudes, encouraging them to take an active role in their own learning and development. Our environment is stimulating, focused and opportunities for consolidation and extension are offfered regularly. TRIAL SCHOOLS We are starting off Homework PLUS+ for Term 1 2008 at the following schools: - Shatin Junior School (Mon and Fri) - Quarry Bay School - Glenealy School - Clearwater Bay School - Bradbury School TIMINGS & SCHEDULE Homework PLUS will be conducted during the same scheduled hours as the regular TLC Kids Programme at trial schools. Please refer to our Enrolment Form for dates and times. Dynamic English Dynamic English is designed to build speaking/ listening and writing/ grammar skills for both Native and non-Native English speakers. We have a highly interactive format which encourages students to express themselves with increasing confidence and expression. The writing activities are task based and children are worked with individually to ensure that correct writing style and syntax are reinforced consistently. Our mission is to develop independence and confidence through teaching strategic approaches in dealing with writing and speaking/listening tasks as well and regular practice and reinforcement of relevant focus areas. Opportunities will be made available for extra consolidation where necessary and also ample opportunity will be provided to extend activities as well. Lesson Content Each term, using a common theme, we will cover 2 different genres/ skill areas for Writing and Speaking/ Listening. We aim to provide children with enough time to focus on and consolidate their skills within each area yet also provide variety to maintain interest and enthusiasm. Teaching Methods The lesson is conducted primarily in small group discussion format. We integrate a variety of media (video, powerpoint, web sites/ resources, books and reference material etc.) to ensure children are engaged and stimulated. When writing or brainstorming, children interact individually with their teacher. We adopt and inquiry approach to learning where children learn how to question and draw upon their own curiousity as a foundation for learning. Class Size This course has been specifically designed to have children work in small groups with age/ability peers to reinforce core skills and concepts which are relevant and complementary to their current school learning. Lesson Format TLC Feelgood Welcome and discussion of objectives Speaking/ Listening ActivityIntroduction to Writing Area o Share Stimulus (text, other media) o Model Writing Plan using structure/ scaffold o Model Writing o Write (Independent/ Group Work) o Monitor, Check o Review Fast Finishers/ Extension Activity (for those who complete early) Review/ Check for Understanding Praise, Rewards and Goodbye TLC Feelgood Inclusions Qualified and experienced International Educators, trained and accredited in the TLC Global Teacher Accreditation System Child-centred/ Enquiry-based approach Activity Packs/ Sheets and Specialist resources Report on Achievement, Effort & Progress Course Achievement Certificate Club Membership T-shirt & ID Card TLC Kids consultation/ tutorial support TLC Kids Interactive Web Portal TLC Active Learning System Proven holistic approach to learning Home reinforcement Maths Focus Maths Focus is designed to help children reinforce core skills and concepts which are relevant and complementary to their current school learning in a small group environment. We have a highly interactive format which encourages students to use a disciplined and systematic approach to their maths. Children are required not only to work out answers to the problems and exercises, but also they are challenged to articulate the processes behind their working. Lesson Content Each term, children work on an activity booklet of maths activities. The content is derived from the Maths Enhancement Project (MEP) and has yeilded excellent results from test groups around the world. Their level will depend on their initial placement test when they first join. Teaching Methods The lesson is conducted primarily in small group discussion or one on one tuition format. We integrate a variety of media (web sites, tactile resources, etc.) to ensure children are engaged and stimulated.We adopt and inquiry approach to learning where children learn how to question and draw upon their own curiousity as a foundation for learning. Class Size In order to focus on individual needs, we will operate in small groups of 4-6 pupils per teacher in one age/ ability level. Lesson Format TLC Feelgood Welcome and discussion of objectives Mental Maths (various media) Maths Warm-up Game Activity Introduction Small group Teaching Process (see diagram) Independent/ Group Activity Book Work Fast Finishers/ Extension Activity (for those who complete early) Review/ Check for Understanding Praise, Rewards and Goodbye TLC Feelgood Inclusions Qualified and experienced International Educators, trained and accredited in the TLC Global Teacher Accreditation System Child-centred/ Enquiry-based approach Activity Packs/ Sheets and Specialist resources Report on Achievement, Effort & Progress Course Achievement Certificate Club Membership T-shirt & ID Card TLC Kids consultation/ tutorial support TLC Kids Interactive Web Portal TLC Active Learning System Proven holistic approach to learning Home reinforcement Infants Club Infants Club is a specialised partent-assisted programme designed for babies 0-12 months. The programme is based on 10 things every child needs and early brain-based research. Teaching Methods The lesson is conducted primarily in small group discussion or one on one tuition format. We integrate a variety of media (web sites, tactile resources, etc.) to ensure children are engaged and stimulated.We adopt and inquiry-based approach to learning where children learn how to question and draw upon their own curiousity as a foundation for learning. Class Size In order to focus on individual needs, we will operate in small groups of 4-6 pupils per teacher in one age/ ability level. Lesson Format Welcome parents and babies TLC feel good Wake-up time Play time Meal Time (and Parent Time) Talking Time Bath Time Cuddling Time TLC feel good TLC goodbye song Inclusions Qualified and experienced International Educators, trained and accredited in the TLC Global Teacher Accreditation System Child-centred/ Enquiry-based approach Portfolio and Specialist resources Report on Achievement, Effort & Progress Course Achievement Certificate Club Membership T-shirt & ID Card TLC Active Learning System Proven holistic approach to learning Home reinforcement Toddlers Club Theme based programme Dynamic parent assisted format Programme developed from “10 things every child needs” based on early childhood brain-based research Programme components: �X Circle time �X Creative Play Stations �X Snack Time �X Parent Education Group �X Free Choice Play Modeled and taught: memory techniques, etiquette and EQ/ IQ throughout Teaching Methods The lesson is conducted primarily in small group, highly interactive and mobile format. We integrate a variety of media (web sites, tactile resources, etc.) to ensure children are engaged and stimulated. Class Size In order to focus on individual needs, we will operate in small groups of 4-6 pupils per teacher in one age/ ability level. Lesson Format Warm-up Play Gathering and Settling Time TLC feel good Welcome Songs Preview and Circle Time Creative Play Station Snack Time Transition of Parents to a Parent Education Group Free Choice Play Regathering Activities Review Home Play TLC feel good and a Good-bye Song Inclusions Qualified and experienced International Educators, trained and accredited in the TLC Global Teacher Accreditation System Child-centred/ Enquiry-based approach Activity Packs/ Sheets and Specialist resources Report on Achievement, Effort & Progress Course Achievement Certificate Club Membership T-shirt & ID Card TLC Kids consultation/ tutorial support TLC Kids Interactive Web Portal TLC Active Learning System Proven holistic approach to learning Home reinforcement Kindergarten Club 3,4,5 year old holistic programme designed to prepare children academically, physically, socially and emotionally for a productive school experience. Each year had 3 blocks/ units Activity-based balanced between: Interactive English PSHE Maths/ Science ICT Body Movement Modeled and taught: memory techniques (Memletics), etiquette and EQ/ IQ throughout Lesson Content Activity-based balanced between: Interactive English PSHE (Personal, Social, Health & Emotion Education) Maths/ Science ICT (Computers/ Technology) Body Movement Teaching Methods The lesson is conducted in an interactive, hands-on small group format. We integrate a variety of media (web sites, tactile resources, etc.) to ensure children are engaged and stimulated. We adopt and inquiry approach to learning where children learn how to question and draw upon their own curiousity as a foundation for learning. Class Size In order to focus on individual needs, we will operate in small groups of 4-6 pupils per teacher in one age/ ability level. Lesson Format Inclusions Qualified and experienced International Educators, trained and accredited in the TLC Global Teacher Accreditation System Child-centred/ Enquiry-based approach Activity Packs/ Sheets and Specialist resources Report on Achievement, Effort & Progress Course Achievement Certificate Club Membership T-shirt & ID Card TLC Active Learning System Proven holistic approach to learning Home reinforcement Holiday Programmes Please see holiday enrolment area for more information on individual camps. Top