umma Academy - Nurturing Young Minds
umma Academy is a premier early childhood institution committed to providing quality education and care for young children. Established with the vision to become a center of excellence in early childhood education, we strive to develop well-rounded children who are prepared for primary education and beyond.
Our school offers child-friendly facilities, experienced teachers, and developmentally appropriate curriculum designed to foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. We believe in learning through play, and our hands-on approach ensures that children develop a love for learning that will last a lifetime.
Ages 3-4
Our Pre-K program focuses on developing social skills, early literacy, and numeracy through play-based activities.
Ages 5-6
Our Kindergarten program prepares children for primary school with a balanced curriculum of academics and play.
Ages 3-6
Extended care program with homework assistance, enrichment activities, and supervised play.
We use a comprehensive assessment system to track each child's development across multiple domains. Our assessment focuses on the following key competencies:
| Competency Area | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|
| Language Development | Proper pronunciation of words, ability to express thoughts, reading words and short sentences |
| Amharic Literacy | Correctly distinguishing all Amharic letter sounds, accurately writing all Amharic letter forms |
| Mathematics | Counting orally to 100, writing numbers up to 20, understanding addition and subtraction concepts |
| Physical Development | Performing simple physical activities, running, jumping, etc. |
| Social-Emotional Development | Demonstrating good character traits, distinguishing between good and bad behavior |
| Creative Expression | Drawing pictures, using colors appropriately, cutting, pasting, and arranging objects |
Our safe and stimulating playground provides opportunities for physical development and social interaction.
Learn MoreBright, child-friendly classrooms equipped with age-appropriate learning materials and resources.
Learn MoreVarious art supplies and creative activities to foster imagination and self-expression.
Learn More"The caring environment at umma Kindergarten gave my child the confidence and skills needed to excel in primary school. The teachers are dedicated and the facilities are excellent."
"The play-based learning approach has been wonderful for my child's development. He's excited to go to school every day and has developed so much socially and academically."
"Both of my children attended umma Kindergarten and were perfectly prepared for primary school. The foundation they received in Amharic literacy and numeracy was exceptional."
umma Academy will hold its annual graduation ceremony on July 10, 2023. Our kindergarten graduates will be celebrated.
Read MoreThe school will host a workshop for parents on supporting early childhood development at home on June 20.
Read MoreStarting in July, umma Kindergarten will offer a summer enrichment program with arts, sports, and academic activities.
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