Nursery
Settling in, listening and speaking, songs and stories, recognising colours and shapes, holding crayons, and learning to play alongside others.
Early Years · Nursery, LKG & UKG
Where little learners find their feet.
The first years of school should feel safe, happy and full of discovery. Our early years programme builds language, early numeracy and independence through purposeful play.
A nursery school near Manikonda
Play with purpose, care without compromise.
For many families in Manikonda, Puppalaguda, Alkapur and Neknampur, Nursery is their child’s first experience of being away from home. We take that responsibility seriously. Our classrooms are bright and welcoming, routines are predictable, and teachers and trained attendants are gentle, patient and attentive.
Children learn through carefully planned play: stories and rhymes that build vocabulary, sand and blocks that build early maths, crayons and play-dough that strengthen fingers for writing, and group games that teach sharing and turn-taking. By UKG, children are ready for the more structured learning of Grade 1 — and, just as importantly, they love coming to school.
Three stages
Nursery, LKG and UKG.
Each year has its own focus, with learning goals that grow gradually.
LKG / PP1
Letter sounds and early phonics, counting and number recognition, pre-writing patterns, simple instructions and growing independence.
UKG / PP2
Blending sounds to read simple words, writing letters and numbers, early addition, sharing ideas in class and readiness for Grade 1.
Learning areas
What your child will develop.
Language & communication
Rhymes, picture talks, storytelling and phonics build listening, speaking and the foundations of reading in English, with exposure to Hindi and Telugu.
Early numeracy
Counting objects, sorting, patterns, comparing sizes and simple number games make maths concrete and enjoyable.
Physical development
Fine-motor activities (threading, cutting, colouring) and gross-motor play (running, balancing, dancing) prepare bodies for learning.
Social & emotional growth
Circle time, role play and group games help children name feelings, make friends and follow classroom routines.
Understanding the world
Nature walks, festivals, seasons and celebrations such as Vanamahotsav spark curiosity about people, plants and animals.
Creative expression
Art, craft, music and movement give children many ways to express themselves and build confidence.
Settling in
A gentle first few weeks.
Every child settles at their own pace. This is how we help.
- Before
Visit together
Parents and children visit the classroom and meet the teacher, so the first day feels familiar.
- Week 1
Shorter days
Where helpful, younger children may begin with shorter days and gradually extend their time at school.
- Week 2
Routines take shape
Predictable routines — welcome songs, snack time, story time — help children feel secure.
- Week 4
Feedback to parents
Teachers share how your child is settling and suggest simple ways to support them at home.
Nursery FAQs
Questions from new parents.
What is the age for Nursery admission?
Age criteria follow applicable guidelines and may be updated each year. Generally Nursery is for children around 2.5–3.5 years. Please confirm your child’s eligibility with the admissions team.
Is Arkaas a good nursery school in Manikonda?
We would love you to judge for yourself. Visit our early years classrooms, meet the teachers and see a play session. Many families from Manikonda, Puppalaguda, Alkapur and Neknampur choose us for our warm, structured approach.
Are young children supported with toileting and meals?
Yes. Trained attendants support young children with washing, toileting and snack times, and teachers encourage growing independence.
Do nursery children get homework?
No formal homework in Nursery. We suggest reading together, talking about the day and simple play-based activities at home.
How will I know how my child is doing?
Through regular parent–teacher interactions, observation-based progress reports and photographs of classroom activities.
Nursery admissions
Come and see our early years classrooms.
Bring your child along — we will show you where they would play, learn and rest, and answer every question you have.
