Nursery 2 at Hess
Curiosity deepens — structured learning that still feels like play.
typical teacher–child ratio in Nursery 2
Designed for children in the year they turn 4
In Nursery 2, children continue their learning journey, building important academic, social, and emotional skills through hands-on activities and meaningful projects.
Throughout the year, children grow more confident and independent. They learn to concentrate for longer periods, express their ideas, and collaborate with friends — all within our supportive classroom environment.
Thematic learning and Project Adventure deepen each child's engagement, while bilingual immersion and guided practice prepare them for the structured literacy and numeracy of the kindergarten years.
Core learning areas
Every learning area supports holistic development while keeping children engaged, curious, and joyfully busy.
Phonics, Literacy & Writing
Building on strong pre-phonics foundations, Nursery 2 children learn letter-sound relationships through Jolly Phonics — our systematic synthetic phonics programme.
Stories & Books
Interactive story sessions in both Chinese and English develop communication skills, expand vocabulary, and build understanding of grammar structures.
Numeracy
Our hands-on numeracy programme uses the CPA approach with manipulatives — children develop number concepts to 20, patterning, and logical thinking.
Themes & Projects
Children explore themes that connect art, mathematics, science, and language through captivating topics and hands-on project work.
A day in the life of a Nursery 2 child
Each day blends the comfort of familiar routines with plenty of space to explore, play, and learn. Activities may vary by day.
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Playgroup
First friendships, first routines, first discoveries — a gentle, joyful start to school life.
Nursery 1
A nurturing start to early education — purposeful play meets first academic foundations.
Kindergarten 1
Confident, capable, thoughtful learners — strong foundations for Primary School.
Kindergarten 2
The capstone year — independence, mastery, and a confident leap into Primary 1.
See Nursery 2 in action
The best way to feel the Hess difference is to see it. Book a personalised school tour and visit a classroom in session.