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Khungo is a thoughtful and independent child who enjoys playing alongside his peers or on his own. While he does not yet have close friends, he observes and interacts with others in his own way, showing awareness of the children around him. His gentle and reflective nature makes him a joy to be around, and with his curiosity and growing confidence, he is gradually building connections and learning to engage more with his friends.

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Delia Scheepers

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4 December 2023

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97cm

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18kg

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Khungo is developing his awareness of his body and how it moves in space. While he is starting to point to his body parts but is not yet able to name them, he is beginning to explore different movements and actions, such as walking, climbing, and reaching. He is gradually building coordination and control over his body, and it has been wonderful to see him gain confidence as he moves and interacts with his environment.

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Khungo is developing his fine motor skills with enthusiasm. He enjoys activities such as stacking cups and exploring playdough, which help strengthen his hand–eye coordination and dexterity. He is curious and engaged during these activities, experimenting with different movements and techniques. It has been wonderful to see him enjoy and practise his fine motor skills in a playful and confident way.

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Khungo is developing his gross motor skills and enjoys exploring the play structures. He is able to climb up play structures with confidence and can crawl up stairs, though he still needs some support when going down. Khungo is gradually building strength, balance, and coordination. It has been wonderful to see him approach these activities with curiosity and determination, showing increasing independence and confidence in his movements. His enthusiasm for active play reflects his growing physical abilities and joy in exploring his environment.

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Khungo’s visual development is progressing well. He enjoys observing his surroundings and exploring toys and activities that require attention to detail. He can focus on objects and track movement, demonstrating curiosity and engagement. He is gradually developing his visual awareness, which helps him interact confidently and purposefully with his environment.

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Khungo has made lovely progress in his auditory awareness and is beginning to respond more consistently to familiar sounds and voices. During recent listening and perception activities, however, his responses were not yet at the level typically expected for his age. By around two years, children are usually able to follow simple directions and respond to a wider range of everyday sounds.

To support Khungo’s continued development, we kindly recommend a hearing screening. This will help us better understand his auditory development and ensure we can provide the most effective support for his ongoing language and learning growth. We are confident that with this guidance, Khungo will continue to make wonderful progress.

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Khungo loves art activities and always shows great enthusiasm during creative time. He enjoys exploring different materials such as crayons, paint, and playdough. He loves using his hands to make marks and experiment with colours and textures.

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Khungo enjoys music and responds with excitement whenever songs are played. He loves making sounds with instruments such as drums and shakers, and enjoys exploring the different noises they produce.

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Khungo is a thoughtful and independent child who enjoys playing alongside his peers or on his own. While he does not yet have close friends, he observes and interacts with others in his own way, showing awareness of the children around him.

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Khungo is beginning to explore early language skills. While he is not yet speaking, he communicates using a variety of sounds and vocalisations. He enjoys listening to stories, songs, and rhymes, showing interest in the rhythm and patterns of language.

To support him in developing speech, consistent encouragement and interaction are very helpful. This can include:

Repeating words clearly and slowly during everyday activities.

Naming objects and actions as he plays to build his vocabulary.

Encouraging him to imitate simple sounds and words.

Reading picture books together and pointing to familiar items.

Singing songs and rhymes with actions to make language fun and engaging.

With continued support and practice, Khungo is likely to start using words and developing his communication skills, gaining confidence in expressing himself.

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Khungo is beginning to explore early numeracy concepts. He enjoys joining in counting during morning ring and listens attentively, though he is not yet able to count independently.

To support Khungo in developing his counting skills, the following strategies can be helpful:

Encourage him to count everyday objects, such as blocks, cups, or toys.

Use songs and rhymes that include numbers and counting.

Point to and name numbers during play and daily routines.

Count together slowly, giving him time to imitate and join in.

Make counting fun through hands-on activities, such as stacking, sorting, or matching objects.

With regular practice and encouragement, Khungo will gradually build confidence and begin to count independently.

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It has been such a joy to watch you grow and blossom this year, Khungo. I have loved seeing your excitement during playtime and your curiosity during activities. I am so proud of how far you have come, and I know you will continue to do amazing things as you move into the next year. Keep shining, little one — I wish you all the very best for the year ahead!