Letter sounds and vocabulary
Phonics awareness and blending readiness build a foundation for reading, alongside a growing vocabulary.
LKG · 4+ YEARS
Confidence in
every new step.
LKG is where exploration begins to turn into understanding. Children start recognising letters and sounds, working with numbers, and speaking in fuller sentences — all while the joy of discovery stays firmly in place.
ABOUT THIS STAGE
Ready for a
little more structure.
By four, most children can follow simple instructions, sit with a task for longer, and are genuinely curious about letters, numbers and how things work. LKG introduces gentle structure alongside play — enough to build real academic readiness, without rushing childhood.
WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL BEGIN TO DEVELOP
Letters, numbers
and confidence.
Number recognition and counting
Number concepts, patterns and simple logical activities are introduced through structured, hands-on tasks.
Following instructions, speaking clearly
Pre-writing practice, independent attempts and fuller sentences build both confidence and communication.
HOW LEARNING HAPPENS
Structured play,
real understanding.
Phonics and number activities are introduced through games, songs and hands-on materials — not repetition drills. Children are encouraged to attempt things independently, with a teacher close by to guide, not correct.
Phonics & letter soundsNumber activitiesPre-writing practiceListening & instructions
EXPERIENCES AT THIS STAGE
A few familiar
moments.
- 01
Phonics time
Letter sounds introduced through songs and games, laying the groundwork for reading readiness.
- 02
Number activities
Counting, patterns and simple logical tasks that build number sense and early problem-solving.
- 03
Puzzles & role-play
Problem-solving and imaginative play in equal measure, building reasoning alongside creativity.
- 04
Structured creative work
Guided art and craft activities with a clear beginning and end, building focus and sequencing.
Learning to write your own name is a milestone. So is learning to wait your turn to show someone. LKG treats both as part of growing up.
MOVING FORWARD
From understanding
to readiness.
As phonics and number sense grow stronger, children are ready for UKG — the final step before primary school.
CURRENT STAGE
LKGNEXT STAGE
UKG
LKGNEXT STAGE
UKG
Coming from Nursery? See the Nursery programme
LKG QUESTIONS
A few things
you may ask.
What age is LKG suitable for?
LKG is for children who are approximately 4 years and older, whether or not they've attended Nursery elsewhere.
Is LKG very academic?
LKG introduces phonics, numbers and pre-writing through structured play — real academic readiness, without pressure or long seated drills.
How does LKG prepare my child for UKG?
By building the phonics, number sense and independent-work habits that UKG extends into reading, writing and early mathematics.
READY WHEN YOU ARE