Shaping a child’s future

Early childhood is a critical phase of an individual’s life. It is during this period that the brain undergoes intensive development that affects the cognitive, social and emotional growth.

The experiences during these early years will influence or shape one’s attitude towards learning and set the foundation for his or her entire life’s course.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) defined early childhood as the period from prenatal development to eight years of age.

During early childhood, children undergo rapid growth that is highly influenced by their environment. The more stimulating the early environment, the more a child develops and learns.

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