Primary Education Program
Academic foundations, without losing curiosity
Our older children work in English on real academic content, while keeping the independence and self-direction they built in the early years. Many of them will continue their education in another country and another system, so we prepare them for structure as deliberately as we protect their curiosity.
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- Ages
- 6–10
- Hours
- 9:00 – 14:45
- Language
- English
- Meals
- Prepared on site
Inside Primary Education Program
Taught in English
The programme runs in English throughout, which matters for families who expect to move on to an English-language system.
Freedom with structure
Children keep choosing and planning their work, inside clear expectations and consistent boundaries they understand.
Prepared for the next step
We build the habits — following instructions, accepting responsibility, working to a deadline — that a more formal environment will expect.
The Cultural Area
Geography, botany, zoology and history are explored hands-on rather than memorised.
Additional classes
Swimming and chess are available alongside the core programme.
Afternoon program
After the core day, children can stay on from 15:00 to 16:45 for mental arithmetic, reading and writing, drums, chess, gardening, English club and art.
The Balu Kids Initiative
Beyond the campus, Balu Kids supports families who have no home. So far seven houses have been built, funded by donations from our founder and the Balu Kids community.
Additional classes and afternoon program
Swimming and chess are available as additional classes. After the core day, an afternoon program runs from 15:00 to 16:45.
- Swimming
- Chess
Afternoon program, 15:00–16:45
- Mental arithmetic
- Reading and writing
- Drums
- Chess
- Gardening
- English club
- Art
How the day is shaped
The daily timetable for ages 6–10, from arrival to pick-up.
- 8:45–8:55Arrival. Children arrive with their parents or on our optional minibus.
- 8:55–9:00Morning movement. A short morning exercise session to wake up the body, improve focus and prepare for learning.
- 9:00–9:45Lesson 1. First academic lesson of the day.
- 9:45–10:15Second breakfast. A healthy morning meal and time to recharge.
- 10:15–11:00Lesson 2. Second academic lesson.
- 11:00–11:15Morning break. Free play, movement and relaxation.
- 11:15–12:00Lesson 3. Third academic lesson.
- 12:00–12:50Lunch. A nutritious lunch, followed by time to relax and socialise.
- 12:50–13:00Meditation. A short mindfulness and relaxation session to help children calm their minds, regulate emotions and prepare for afternoon learning.
- 13:00–13:45Lesson 4. Fourth academic lesson.
- 13:45–14:00Afternoon break. Time for movement, free play and rest.
- 14:00–14:45Lesson 5. Final academic lesson of the day.
- 14:45–15:00Pick-up. Children prepare to go home and are picked up by their parents.
Fully booked for the 2026–2027 academic year
Our Primary Education Program is currently fully booked, and we are not accepting new students for this academic year.
You are welcome to submit an application for the next academic year (2027–2028).
Alternatively, we invite you to explore our Pre-School Program for children aged 3–6, as well as our other educational programs for younger children.
We look forward to welcoming your family to Balu Kids!
Is Primary Education Program right for your child?
Tell us your child’s age and when you would like to start. We will reply with availability and a time to visit.