Developing foundational speaking, listening, and early literacy skills. Mathematical and Logical Thinking (MLT):
Creative movement, singing, playing simple percussion instruments, and dramatic role-play.
Weather charts, calendar tracking, feelings check-ins, and national anthem practice. Guided Discovery and Sensory Play
At the heart of this educational framework is the , a comprehensive pedagogical blueprint designed by the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology, in collaboration with the Early Childhood Care and Education Authority (ECCEA). This document serves as an indispensable roadmap for educators, structured to nurture the holistic development of Mauritian children aged three to five.
The Manual includes:
: It provides specific sample activity sheets that detail every step of an activity, including how to evaluate young children, specifically to aid the transition to primary school .
Digital versions of these teaching resources and implementation guidelines are typically available for download from the official ECCEA website and the Mauritius Institute of Education .
In Mauritian homes, children often play outside with sticks and stones. The manual channels that energy into fine motor control.
Mauritian pre-primary educators often struggle with language transference. A good manual provides trilingual scripts. manual of activities for pre primary educators mauritius
Mauritian early education philosophy emphasizes that play is a child’s natural vehicle for learning. The manual utilizes structured and unstructured play to stimulate neural pathways, encourage problem-solving, and build resilience. Through play, abstract concepts in mathematics, language, and science become concrete and accessible. Holistic Child Development
Building foundational skills in speaking, listening, and early reading/writing .
: Reviewers note its strong emphasis on the "schema play model," which uses play as a tool for cognitive development rather than just recreation.
Guidance on bridging the gap between a child's home language (often Kreol Morisien) and the languages of instruction (English and French), ensuring that code-switching is used effectively as a pedagogical tool rather than a barrier. Domain 4: Cognitive Development and Scientific Inquiry Guided Discovery and Sensory Play At the heart
: The manual introduces the Developmental Learner Profile (DLP) , a two-step process that documents child progress through themed assessments over two years.
* CHAT. Cultural and Historical Activity Theory. CPD. Continuous Professional Development. ECD. Early Childhood Development. ECCE. Mauritius Institute of Education – MIE National curriculum framework: pre-primary; 3-5 years
The manual includes local songs, rhymes, and tongue twisters that help children recognize sounds, syllables, and rhymes.
