Early Childhood Department
SJCS Early Childhood Department (ECD) offers a half-day (morning and afternoon) program for children. We have three levels: Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten catering to children aged 3 to 5 years old.
Department Objectives
The Judenites who graduate from the Early Childhood Department of Saint Jude Catholic School are expected to manifest the following competencies:
Nursery Level
- Manifest fundamental movement skills, perceptual motor skills and fine motor skills through activities and exercises;
- Manifest sense of enjoyment and accomplishments on his/her intellectual curiosity and creativity through experiential learning of the real material world and social interactions;
- Exhibit emergent communication skills in both English and Chinese languages;
- Express emotions in an appropriate way and be able to relate with the feelings of others;
- Develop healthy concepts and appreciation of self, family, community, world and God; and
- Show habits of courtesy, respect, charity and love of God.
Kindergarten Level
- Acquire facility in basic readiness skills in listening, thinking, speaking, reading, writing and viewing in English, Filipino and Mandarin;
- Exhibit numeracy in classifying, seriating, arranging and ordering, reflective thinking, and problem solving with the standard speed and accuracy;
- Engage actively and responsively in extra-curricular activities and other selected meaningful experiences considering their interests and capabilities; and
- Perform various activities in appreciation of their distinct cultural heritage.
Our curriculum is challenging and fun with an emphasis on academic readiness. We have a two-pronged curricula: Chinese and DepEd’s K-to-12 with additional competencies. We provide a structured and conducive learning environment that allows children to learn through a mixture of activities. As we aim to develop holistically, we provide varied and meaningful programs geared towards the realization of our School vision and mission.
Mrs. Joann Kaycee Barredo, LPT, MA
English Head Teacher
English Faculty
Ms. Francel Marie D. Medina, LPT
Ms. Winnie C. Tanega, LPT
Ms. Ma. Teresa Y. Jaclyn Caro, LPT
Ms. Andrea Aileen Tanlimco, LPT
Ms. Mica M. Santos, LPT
Mrs. Nory Valencia, LPT
Mrs. Divina Malubag, LPT
Mrs. Dolores Sidon, LPT
Mrs. Ana Leah Orseno, LPT, MA
Ms. Lira C. Vendiola, LPT
Mrs. Nathalie Joyce Chun
Chinese Head Teacher
Chinese Faculty
Mrs. Agnes Samantha Co
Mrs. Juvy See Toledo
Mrs. Sally Abella Yu
Mrs. Janet See Tan
Ms. Elaine Lee Tan
Ms. Caren Jennefer Sy
Mrs. Lily So Ng
Mrs. Mary Ong Lim
Ms. Tephanie Basa Ong Tan
Mrs. Ling Ling Ching Ongkinglok
August
- Class Opening
- Buwan ng Wika
September
- The Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
– Mass participated by the kindergarten pupils - Nursery Teachers Day Program
- Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Teachers’ Day Program
- Mid-Autumn Festival “Dice Game”
October
- Month of the Holy Rosary
- Pistang Pinoy – A tribute to Saint Jude Thaddeus as our Patron Saint
– Mga Laro ng Lahi
November
- Dress Up Play Day
- Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten Field Trip
December
- Second Quarter Examinations
- Christmas Program
- Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Christmas Program
- Basic Education Penmanship Contest (Elimination Round)
- Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Christmas Program
January
- Chinese New Year Celebration
- Basic Education Penmanship Contest
- Basic Education Math Quiz Bee
- Basic Education Spelling Quiz Bee
February
- Kiddie Career Fair for Kindergarten Pupils
- Singing Contest for Chinese
- Chinese Coloring and Drawing Contest
- Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten Family Day
March
- Third Quarter Examinations
April
- Final Examinations
May
- Recognition day for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Students
- Nursery Moving Up Day
- Kindergarten Moving Up Day
Student Clubs
The Early Childhood Department provides quality education through a holistic approach that ensures the full development of each learner. Aside from providing a challenging curricular program, it also offers activities or avenues that help bring out the innate talents of the learners. Currently, ECD- Basic Education has Glee Club for those with inclination in singing, and Dance Club, for those interested in dancing.
For this school year, the Glee Club will be handled by the following club moderators: Mrs. Osbual, Mrs. Luna, Mrs. Valencia, Ms. Potente , Mrs. Reututar and Ms. Dinio. On the other hand, the official choreographer of the Dance Club is Mr. Adrian Carpio. He will be assisted by the following teachers – Mrs. Sayo, Ms. Hernandez, Ms. Tanlimco and Ms. Licudine.
To promote the unique Chinese cultural heritage to the students, the Early Childhood Chinese Department, conversely, provides extra-curricular activities through Chinese songs and dance performances. For the Kindergarten afternoon session, the Chinese Glee club is handled by the Chinese teachers: Wu lao shi; Zhang lao shi; Lin lao shi; Ding lao shi; Chen lao shi and Li lao shi. Meanwhile, for the afternoon Pre-Kindergarten session, the Chinese Dance club is handled by the Chinese teachers: Su lao shi; Cai lao shi; Shi lao shi; Chen lao shi; Wang lao shi and Pang lao shi.
Nurturing Young Filipino- Chinese Minds with Holistic Education
At the SJCS Early Childhood Department, we are dedicated to delivering quality and relevant education through a holistic approach that nurtures the full development of every learner. Our developmentally appropriate curricular program is complemented by a variety of activities designed to uncover and enhance each child’s innate talents.
Extracurricular Activities:
Glee Club: For students with a passion for singing.
Dance Club: For those who love to dance.
Students in these clubs will have the opportunity to showcase their talents during special events like the ECD Teachers’ Day and Christmas Program.
Cultural Enrichment:
To celebrate and promote the rich Chinese cultural heritage, the Early Childhood
Chinese Department offers extracurricular activities that immerse students in Chinese songs and dance performances.
Join us in fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and joyful learning community.
