Conclusion A manual of activities for pre‑primary educators in Mauritius should be practical, culturally grounded and flexible. By centering play, local materials and community ties, educators can foster holistic development and a joyful transition to primary school. Clear activity templates, ongoing assessment, family engagement and teacher support make the manual a living resource that grows with classroom needs and local traditions.
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The Manual of Activities for Pre-Primary Educators (Mauritius) remains a for its cultural authenticity and developmental grounding. However, without a 2024–2025 update addressing SEN, digital literacy, and trauma-informed practices, it risks becoming a historical artefact rather than a living pedagogical tool. The ECCEA should prioritise a co-creation process with front-line educators, SEN specialists, and child psychologists to produce version 2.0. The ECCEA should prioritise a co-creation process with
Educators are encouraged to use an , linking various learning areas through a single theme or story. Planning Steps use movement between sitting tasks.
| Challenge | Solution from Manual | |-----------|----------------------| | Large class sizes (30+ children) | Use learning corners with 5–6 children per corner; train older pre-primary assistants. | | Limited materials | Use recycled items (bottle caps for counting, cardboard boxes for construction). | | Mix of languages (Creole dominant) | Use Creole for instructions only when needed; gradually introduce English/French songs and rhymes daily. | | Short attention spans | Break activities into 5–10 minute segments; use movement between sitting tasks. |