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A DAY AT
MADRASA DUNYA
At Madrasa Dunya we use our own holistic educational approach by drawing together progressive and alternative learning approaches and embracing the talents, passions and local knowledge of our experienced team.
We focus on awakening a child's own passions and motivation through inspiration and engagement of all children.
We do this through our daily rhythm, which considers our brain map, the human body clock and daily needs as well as connection through friendships and community events.
By creating a flexible rhythm, rather than a schedule, children are free to explore their own passions, create play and connect through shared ideas, whilst guided and supported by our team.
At Madrasa Dunya, we are aware children have different needs. Our rhythm therefore offers all different kinds of activities for the kids to choose from or join in with during the day.
In this way everyone can be included,
from those that need more structure and rhythm
to those that need more freedom and time.
UNWIND
08:00-09:00
We start our day with UNWIND.
The hub is still closed but during this time the long term families provide YOGA/STRETCH/MORNING HIKE sessions.
The children are free to join or UNWIND at our swing area: UNDER THE AVOCADOS.
ARRIVE
09:00
The hub day starts with a walk in/gathering time for the whole community. We gather at our garden buffet bar, where everyone can just arrive and enjoy a cup of coffee, tea or hot cocoa whilst enjoying our healthy breakfast.
We continue the morning session with no set times as we flow naturally with the children & community.
What we serve:
* Hot porridge
* Homemade yoghurt
* Raw and pasteurized milk
* Homemade granola
* Cereals
* Healthy bread/pancakes
* Omelette
* Fresh/dried fruit.
* Nuts.
(We always consider special dietary wishes and allergies.)
Before the day starts we gather everyone for our morning circles/meetings, in where we introduce the topic of the day in a fun and age appropriate way.
LEARN
During LEARN we divide the children in age/ interest groups.
We start with a morning/topic circle, followed by our learning hour.
Examples:
* Numbers/Letters play/arts
* Puzzles, Lego's and magnetic tiles
* Calculate/word games
* Moroccan numbers & phrases
* Own maths/language curriculum
(Assisted by own parents or one on one tutor)
MOVE
During ACTIVE we offer different sportive activities.
Examples:
* Toddler gym
* Schoolyard games
* Team games
* Beach explore & play
* Kickboxing
* Gymnastics
* Dancing
Kids can also choose to organize their own sportive activity.
GIVE & CARE
During give & care
(our hands on learning time,) the children join their teams to help where help is needed in the Madrasa.
We have different teams to choose from:
* Team Kitchen
* Team Garden
* Team Build
* Team Animals
* Team Theatre & Dance
REST & RECHARGE
12:30 - 15:00
After an active morning full of learning, sports and hands on learning.
Its always good to take a break.
12:30 - 13:00 LUNCH
13:00 - 14:00 REST
14:00 - 15:00 FREE PLAY
(During this time parents are responsible for their own children.)
For lunch we offer a buffet, this is always local and organic and includes vegan and gluten free choices.
What we serve:
* Vegan Soups
* Warm vegetable salads
* Boiled or fried eggs (Thursdays fish)
* Plain pasta & Rice
* Different sauces like: curies, Bolognese/cream sauce and stir fries
* Home baked spelt bread
* Different spreads like, mayonnaise, cheese, jams, & chocolate spread (Non organic)
* Raw cut vegetables like, cucumber, tomatoes etc.
EXPLORE & EXPRESS
15:00
After REST & RECHARGE, we gather the kids again for a short afternoon snack, while we share the options for the afternoon or kids chose to make their own plan. We continue with EXPLORE & EXPRESS. We divide the children in age/ interest groups for activities in this theme.
Examples:
* Beach play and built
*Topic research
* Nature collect/scavenger hunt
* Games
* Projects
* Survival
CREATE & CONNECT
After a short break and afternoon snack with tea, we continue the last part of our day. This time we offer different kind of fine motor skills activities like writing and creative arts.
Examples:
* Fine motor/Sensory play
* Creative writing
* Amazigh or Arabic
* Poem writing
* Reflecting
* Blogging
REFLECT
16:30 - 17:00
At the end of the day we all gather again for our closing circle.
This is our closing moment, a time collect what we have made, reflect and share concerns/ideas.
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