National Education Policy (NEP) & Early Childhood Education
The National Education Policy (NEP) emphasizes early childhood education as the foundation for lifelong learning. It identifies the Foundational Stage as a crucial phase in a child’s growth, focusing on play-based, experiential, and developmentally appropriate learning, rather than early academic pressure.
NEP advocates that children should begin formal schooling only when they are emotionally, socially, and cognitively ready—ensuring a joyful, confident, and stress-free start to their educational journey.
Our NEP-Aligned Preschool Age Criteria
At Early Blossoms Child Care Centre, we follow NEP guidelines to nurture every child at the right pace.
• Playgroup: 1.6 to 2 years
• Pre-Nursery: 2 to 3 years
• Nursery: 3 to 4 years
• Lower Kindergarten (LKG): 4 to 5 years
• Upper Kindergarten (UKG): 5 to 6 years
By the age of 6 years, children complete their foundational years with us, well-prepared—academically, socially, and emotionally—for a smooth transition into formal schooling.