CDU HOSTS DEVELOPMENTAL SESSIONFOR KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS

Basseterre, St. Kitts, Thursday, February 12, 2026: The Curriculum Development Unit
(CDU) hosted a developmental session for kindergarten teachers, focusing on the theme ‘Plants
and Animals’, as outlined in the New Enhanced Curriculum that is being piloted.
Today’s session brought together teachers to review classroom experiences, evaluate
instructional approaches, and plan improvements for curriculum delivery.
Mrs. Amanda Serrant-Edmeade, Director of the Curriculum Development Unit, explained that
the team gathered to evaluate early results and determine strategies for better classroom
implementation.

“We began the pilot in October 2025. The curriculum is very new and very different, and we are
having challenges throughout the region. At the end of January, we met as a team to discuss the
feedback that had been observed so far and to look at the areas of improvement in instruction
using the curriculum.”

The session brought together teachers from various schools to strengthen their understanding of
the themes and explore effective strategies for classroom implementation. Teachers were also
encouraged to integrate cross-curricular connections, linking science concepts with literacy,
numeracy, and creative expression. Strategies for observation, questioning, and assessment were
discussed to ensure that children not only gain knowledge but also develop curiosity and critical
thinking skills.

The CDU reaffirmed its commitment to supporting teachers through continuous professional
development initiatives. By equipping educators with practical tools and updated curriculum
guidance, the Unit aims to ensure that kindergarten students receive a strong foundation in
understanding the world around them.

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