Are you searching for a nurturing space where your baby can explore through play? A parent-baby class where you can meet other families? A calm, beautiful environment where your little one can learn naturally?
Welcome to Ducklings, our weekly Birth to 3 Parent & Baby Session at Dulwich College Shanghai. Thoughtfully created using The Curiosity Approach®, Ducklings is a sensory-rich experience that celebrates wonder, imagination, and joyful discovery – right from the very start.
Why Ducklings
From birth, babies are naturally curious. They learn through touch, movement, and exploration. At Ducklings, we honour this innate curiosity by offering a calm, purposeful setting where babies and toddlers can learn at their own pace – supported by loving parents, thoughtful educators, and open-ended resources designed to ignite the imagination.
What to Expect:
✔️ A beautifully prepared environment with natural materials, no flashing lights or plastic noise-makers here.
✔️ Heuristic play (which simply means giving babies real-world objects to explore) using treasure baskets, wooden rings, sensory bottles, voile fabrics, and more – helping them learn naturally through touch, sound, and movement.
✔️ Precious bonding time between parent and child in a gentle, secure setting.
✔️ A welcoming community of like-minded families sharing the early years journey together.
✔️ Encouragement of freedom of movement and exploration – because at Dulwich, play is learning.
✔️ No cost to join. Simply bring your baby and your sense of wonder.
Meet Our Early Years Experts
Ducklings also gives you the opportunity to meet our passionate Early Years educators – experts in play-based learning, child development, and creating warm, curiosity-driven environments. They are here to guide, support and answer questions about your child’s early development journey.
Come and See The Curiosity Approach® in Action
As the first school in China accredited with The Curiosity Approach® accreditation, Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi is leading the way in Early Years innovation. This child-centred philosophy draws from Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Steiner, and Froebel – placing curiosity, independence, and meaningful engagement at the heart of every moment.
Join Us for Ducklings
Location: Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi
When: Friday 11 April, 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Repeats: Every Friday during term time
Who: Babies from birth to 3 years old, with their parent or carer
*Spaces are limited – please book early to avoid disappointment.
Click here or Scan the QR code to register:
What Makes Early Years at Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi Exceptional?
Swimming Programme
Our campus features an Olympic-sized 50m pool and a dedicated Early Years pool – both integral to our sports curriculum. From toddler to Year 2, every child receives weekly swimming lessons, building confidence and water safety from an early age.We also offer Family Swimming every Saturday – giving parents the opportunity to join their children in the pool for shared fun and connection.
A Philosophy That Fosters Independent Thinking
With The Curiosity Approach® at its core, our Early Years setting is a place where children become creators, not consumers. Through real materials, open-ended play, and thoughtfully designed environments, children are empowered to explore and think deeply.
2 to U: Toddler to University
Our Early Years programme is the beginning of a journey that continues through the IB Diploma and on to leading global universities. From age 2, children at Dulwich are developing the skills, attributes, and mindset of future-ready learners.
This long-term, aligned educational vision is what we call 2 to U: from Toddler to University.
A Global Standard of Excellence, Right from the Start
At Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi, every aspect of our Early Years education reflects our commitment to exceptional teaching, a global outlook, and a strong foundation in social, emotional and academic development.
Let’s nurture curiosity, build connections, and create a world of wonder – together.
Book your place at Ducklings today. Click here or scan the code.
For any questions on our Ducklings or Early Years programmes, contact us on WeChat.
