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Kindergarten at Sathya Sai School

Where Curious Minds Build Strong Academic Foundations

A calm, STEAM-focused Kindergarten designed to develop confident learners from the very start of their educational journey.

 Small classes. Exceptional educators.

Purposeful, evidence-based learning.

Choosing the right Kindergarten is one of the most important educational decisions a family makes. At Sathya Sai School, Kindergarten is not a transition year—it is the foundation upon which long-term academic success is built.

A Kindergarten Designed for How Children Learn—and Succeed—Best

Children are naturally curious problem solvers. When curiosity is guided with structure, clarity, and expert instruction, it develops into strong learning habits and academic confidence.

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At Sathya Sai School, our Junior and Senior
Kindergarten program brings together:

  • STEAM-based inquiry learning (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics), where children explore, test ideas, explain their thinking, and solve problems
     

  • Strong early literacy and numeracy, taught through evidence-based instruction aligned with the science of reading and early mathematics development
     

  • Purposeful, guided play, designed with clear learning outcomes
     

  • Sathya Sai Education in Human Values (SSEHV), fostering self-discipline, focus, respect, and emotional balance—key conditions for effective learning

All within a calm, structured environment where every child is known, supported, and challenged appropriately.

See Our Kindergarten in Action –

Small Classes.
Qualified Educators.
Individual Academic Attention.

Our Kindergarten classes are intentionally small to ensure early learning gaps are identified and addressed before they grow.

 

All Kindergarten teachers and Early Childhood Educators are Ontario-Certified Teachers (OCT), ensuring high professional and instructional standards.

 

This allows our educators to:

  • Know each child’s academic strengths and learning needs
     

  • Provide early support and enrichment in literacy
    and numeracy
     

  • Maintain calm, focused classrooms that maximize
    learning time
     

  • Build strong, collaborative partnerships with families

These experiences support early development in problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, vocabulary, and persistence, laying the groundwork for success in later grades.

Watch STEAM Learning in Action – 

Purposeful Play with Clear Academic Goals

Our Kindergarten program blends the best of play-based learning with explicit academic expectations.

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Learning takes place through:

  • Structured learning centres
     

  • Guided inquiry and exploration
     

  • Small-group instruction
     

  • Teacher-led discussion and reflection

Play is intentional. Thinking is visible. Learning outcomes are clear.

 

Play is not a substitute for instruction—it is a powerful tool for developing literacy, numeracy, and cognitive skills when guided by experienced educators.

See How Play and Learning Work Together –

Strong Academic Foundations From the Start

Early literacy and numeracy are clear priorities in Junior and Senior Kindergarten.

 

Our program includes:

  • UFLI Foundations, a structured literacy program aligned with the science of reading
     

  • Acadience, an early literacy assessment used to guide instruction and monitor progress
     

  • Benchmark assessments and continuous classroom observation

These tools allow educators to track progress closely and adjust instruction in real time.


As a result, our Kindergarten students consistently demonstrate strong early reading, writing, and numeracy skills, often exceeding provincial expectations.

Learn How Strong Foundations Begin in Kindergarten –

A Proven Record
of Academic Excellence

Strong academic outcomes do not happen by chance—they are built deliberately from the earliest years.
 

For nearly two decades, Sathya Sai School has been recognized among Ontario’s top-performing elementary schools, with exceptional EQAO results and consistent recognition in independent school rankings.
 

These results reflect the strength of the foundations established in Kindergarten, where:

  • Literacy skills are systematically developed
     

  • Mathematical thinking is structured early
     

  • Focus, self-discipline, and perseverance are intentionally nurtured

Kindergarten is where long-term academic success begins.

Experience the Foundation Behind Long-Term Success

Values that Strengthen Learning Every Day

Our Kindergarten program is grounded in Sathya Sai Education in Human Values (SSEHV)—not as an add-on, but as a framework that supports learning.

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Children learn to:

  • Develop self-discipline and sustained attention
     

  • Approach challenges with perseverance
     

  • Work cooperatively and independently
     

  • Reflect thoughtfully on their learning and actions

These values create calm, respectful classrooms where learning time is protected and academic focus thrives.

See Values Lived Daily
in Our Classrooms

Enrichment that Supports
the Whole Child

Kindergarten students also participate in:

  • Yoga and movement to support focus and self-regulation
     

  • Dance and creative expression to build confidence
    and communication skills
     

  • French instruction introduced in developmentally
    appropriate ways

Explore a Well-Rounded Kindergarten Experience

Curriculum Alignment
and Future Readiness

Our Junior and Senior Kindergarten program is aligned with the The Ontario Kindergarten Program (2016) and Early Learning for Every Child Today (ELECT)

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We are actively preparing for the transition to the updated Kindergarten curriculum in September 2026, ensuring continuity, clarity, and strong early foundations.

Is This the Right Program for Your Child?

Our Junior and Senior Kindergarten program
is designed for families who value:

  • Strong academics from the very beginning, with clear expectations in literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving
     

  • Structured, inquiry-based learning that develops thinking skills, curiosity, and confidence
     

  • Small class sizes and individual attention, ensuring learning needs are identified and addressed early
     

  • Calm, focused classrooms, where instructional time is protected and learning can flourish
     

  • Values that support academic success, including self-discipline, perseverance, respect, and reflection

These elements work together to create an environment where children are prepared not only for Grade 1, but for continued success throughout their elementary years.

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The most meaningful way to understand our program is to experience it firsthand. Families are invited to:

  • Attend a Kindergarten Open House
     

  • Book a Kindergarten Observation Morning
     

  • Speak directly with our admissions team

Kindergarten spaces are limited, and classes are intentionally small to preserve the quality of instruction and individual attention.

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At Sathya Sai School, Kindergarten builds confident learners, capable problem solvers, and focused, thoughtful students—ready to grow, learn, and succeed.

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We look forward to welcoming your family.

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