Pegasus 1  18 months – 2 years old

Confidence

By having planned daily activities—set in a nurturing and challenging environment—that link directly to the educational philosophy of the school, children in Pegasus 1 are happy, enthusiastic, energetic, and confident young learners!

Creative thinking

Giving children freedom to explore materials in their own way aids their creative development. Moreover, unrestricted time, achievable goals, and a deep commitment to fostering children’s personal expression are additional ways in which Pegasus 1 children are inspired on a daily basis.

Independence

Developing self-help skills (and thus a positive self-image) is one of the cornerstone aims in Pegasus 1. Furthermore, being allowed to have the time to complete a task or to repeat it if necessary ensures that children will feel a sense of accomplishment.

Intellectual risk-taking

Without fear of failure, children are more likely to experiment and move onto more complicated tasks and activities. “Is this cup heavy or light?” “Is it full or empty?” “What happens when I tip it over?” In the end, there is no right or wrong answer, or one way of doing something. The possibilities are endless.

Resourcefulness

Everyday, even the youngest children’s resourcefulness is tested at Komazawa Olympic Park. Without the usual array of toys or play equipment, children in Pegasus 1 strive to come up with their own play and play materials. Bugs, leaves, rocks, sticks, and weeds become fascinating treasures!

Social and emotional adaptability

Social growth occurs when children play together. As a result of this, they begin to understand the feelings of others and start to see themselves as belonging to a larger social group.