"Free the
child's potential and you will transform him into the world". These golden
words by Mrs Maria Montessori feel so relevant
and true to me as I feel proud, happy and contented seeing my child pass kindergarten with flying colours.Madhavan, my
son, spent two important, beautiful and memorable years in Naval Kindergarten
and it transformed him into an expressive, confident and happy child. His
sensitive nature was well understood by the teachers and they steered his
energy and thoughts in a positive
direction and galvanised him to action.
When in school,
he was in his comfort zone - sharing his snacks with friends, fighting over
trifles and making up with them, singing songs, participating in intra and
interschool competitions and learning in the classroom. He learnt big lessons
of life in a light vein.
Keeping my
child engaged, involved and acknowledged has made him a strong, smart
and expressive .The appreciation of his teachers
was the best incentive and accolade for him.
I am indebted
to his class teachers and all the staff of NKG for strengthening his wings and
teaching him his first lessons in soaring high.
Madhavan’s words
Fond memories
of my Naval Kindergarten
To pinpoint
one thing that made my days special at Kindergarten will be difficult. I miss
going to school in the bus with my friends, the morning assembly, playing in
the big park, music lessons with Rony Sir and Niya teacher…Oh! The list can go
on and on. I remember our Carol Singing sessions with nostalgia, when I had to
learn a Malayalam song!
My teacher
also taught us yoga and made me the Yoga Guru for the Sports Day Yoga Drill in
T2 Hangar. I felt thrilled that I was responsible, gave my best and tried not
to make any mistakes. I didn't get any
prize in the race though.
The Annual
day was yet another experience, and the fresh lime that we used to have during
the practice sessions was unforgettable.
I will always cherish
my time at Naval Kindergarten.