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CHAPTER4&5�What Impact Does Applying the Chinese Camping Program Have on Preschool Readiness in SETIA Preschool?

CHENG SIANG NI

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Introduction

  • Preschool readiness is a critical stage in early childhood education, as it lays the foundation for future academic success.
  • With increasing interest in innovative and culturally rich programs, the Chinese Camping Program has emerged as a potential tool to enhance learning and development in young children.

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Null and Alternative Hypotheses

  • Null Hypothesis (H₀):
  • The Chinese Camping Program has no significant effect on preschool readiness among participating children.

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  • Alternative Hypothesis (H₁):
  • The Chinese Camping Program has a significant positive effect on preschool readiness among participating children.

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Demographic Data of Participants�

Demographic Category

Children (n = 20–30)

Teachers (n = 2–4)

Parents (n = 20–30)

Age Range

4–6 years

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N/A

Gender

Male: 50% �Female: 50%

Female: 100%

Male: 45% �Female: 55%

Ethnicity

Chinese: 40% �Malay: 30% �Indian: 20% �Other: 10%

Chinese: 60% �Malay: 40%

Chinese: 50% �Malay: 30% �Indian: 20%

Socioeconomic Status

Lower-middle: 60% �Middle: 40%

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Lower-middle: 55% �Middle: 45%

Education Level

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Bachelor’s Degree: 100%

High School: 20% �College Degree: 80%

Parental Involvement

N/A

N/A

Active: 70% �Limited: 30%

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Chinese Camping Program �(20 Lessons)

Key Learning Goals:

  • Language Skills: Exposure to Mandarin, including basic vocabulary, numbers, family members, animals, and simple sentences.
  • Cultural Awareness: Understanding key aspects of Chinese culture, including festivals (like Chinese New Year), traditional games, and the Chinese zodiac.
  • Motor Development: Learning physical activities like Tai Chi and traditional Chinese games, helping children develop coordination and focus.
  • Creativity and Fine Motor Skills: Engaging in arts and crafts like calligraphy, paper lanterns, fans, and masks, enhancing fine motor abilities.
  • Social-Emotional Development: Cooperative activities like the Dragon Dance and collaborative crafts help build social skills, empathy, and teamwork.

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Post-Program Parent Survey – Chinese Camping Program

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Quantitative Results

Chinese Camping Program – Preschool Readiness Study at JB Preschool

  • Participants: 25 Parents�Program Duration: 20 Lessons (2 Weeks)�Date: [11-4-2025]

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Question

Response Options

% of Respondents

Did your child enjoy the program?

Yes

92% (23)

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Somewhat

8% (2)

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No

0% (0)

Did your child talk about the program at home?

Frequently

72% (18)

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Occasionally

24% (6)

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Rarely

4% (1)

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Not at all

0% (0)

Skill Area

Improved

Stayed the Same

Not Sure

Language & Vocabulary

88% (22)

8% (2)

4% (1)

Social Skills (e.g., sharing, teamwork)

80% (20)

16% (4)

4% (1)

Confidence & Communication

76% (19)

20% (5)

4% (1)

Fine Motor Skills

72% (18)

20% (5)

8% (2)

Focus & Attention Span

68% (17)

28% (7)

4% (1)

Section A: General Experience

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Section B: Developmental Impact (Reported by Parents)

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Section C: Interest & Engagement

Section D: Favorite Program Components

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Interest Area

Yes

No

Not Sure

Learning Mandarin

84% (21)

8% (2)

8% (2)

Chinese Culture

80% (20)

12% (3)

8% (2)

Group Activities

92% (23)

4% (1)

4% (1)

Trying New Things

88% (22)

4% (1)

8% (2)

Activity

Selected by

Learning Mandarin

84% (21)

Traditional Games

68% (17)

Storytelling/Drama

60% (15)

Arts & Crafts

76% (19)

Tai Chi/Movement

64% (16)

Cultural Celebrations

80% (20)

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Question

% of Respondents

Believed the program helped prepare their child for school

88% (22)

Not sure

12% (3)

Did not believe it helped

0% (0)

Would recommend to others

% of Respondents

Yes

96% (24)

Maybe

4% (1)

No

0% (0)

School Readiness Impact

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Program Recommendation

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Summary of Quantitative Findings:�

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  • Overall Satisfaction: 92% of parents reported that their child enjoyed the program.
  • Language Growth: 88% saw improvement in their child’s Mandarin vocabulary and communication.
  • Social & Emotional Development: 80% noticed better social interaction and teamwork.
  • Cultural Awareness: Over 80% reported increased interest in Chinese culture and traditions.
  • School Readiness: 88% of parents believed the program helped prepare their child for formal schooling.
  • Recommendation Rate: 96% of parents would recommend the program to others.

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Qualitative Results

The qualitative data was gathered from three main sources:

  • Open-ended responses in the post-program parent survey
  • Teacher observations and activity logs
  • Brief parent interviews (voluntary participants)

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Conclusion

  • The Chinese Camping Program positively enhanced preschool readiness at SETIA Preschool. Children showed improvements in language skills, social confidence, focus, and cultural awareness. Both parents and teachers observed meaningful developmental progress, with over 85% of parents reporting noticeable benefits. The program also encouraged parent involvement and extended learning at home. Overall, it successfully supported school preparation through engaging, culturally-rich experiences.

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