“Play, Move, Grow!” Fun Basketball & Futsal Enrichment at Al Siddiq International Kindergarten
On Friday, 28 August 2026, the pupils of Al Siddiq International Kindergarten took part in Basketball Enrichment for girls and Futsal Enrichment for boys. The activities were held on the Al Siddiq International school field in an energetic and enthusiastic atmosphere. Through enjoyable sporting activities, the children were given opportunities to stay active, play together, and develop a range of skills that support their overall growth and development. The day began at 8:00 a.m. with the children’s arrival at school. After gathering together, the activities started with murojaah and circle time, which continued until 8:30 a.m. During this session, the children participated in activities with their teachers in a calm and enjoyable atmosphere before beginning their physical activities. Circle time also provided an opportunity for the children to prepare themselves for the day’s activities, listen to instructions, and interact with their friends and teachers. From 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., the girls participated in Basketball Enrichment on the school field. They were introduced to a variety of basic basketball activities adapted to their age and abilities. Meanwhile, the boys took part in journalling and snack time. After one hour, the groups swapped activities. From 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., the boys participated in Futsal, whilst the girls took part in journalling and snack time. Basketball and Futsal are not simply about keeping children physically active; they also support various aspects of their development. In terms of physical and motor development, sports activities help children develop body coordination, balance, agility, strength, and movement control. Activities such as running, jumping, kicking, throwing, and catching also provide valuable stimulation for the development of children’s gross motor skills. In addition to physical development, participating in sports together supports children’s social and emotional development. They learn to follow simple rules, take turns, cooperate with their friends, and respond positively to both winning and losing. Children also have opportunities to build their confidence and courage as they try new movements and skills. From a cognitive development perspective, Basketball and Futsal provide children with opportunities to understand instructions, recognise simple game rules, pay attention to their surroundings, and make decisions during activities. They learn to respond to different situations through movement and simple strategies, making sport an active and enjoyable part of the learning process. The Enrichment programme also provides teachers with valuable opportunities to observe children’s interests and potential. Every child has different interests and abilities. Through their direct experiences in Basketball and Futsal, teachers can observe how children respond to sporting activities, including their enthusiasm, willingness to try, ability to cooperate, movement coordination, and perseverance in participating. These observations can help the school and parents identify children’s interests and provide appropriate stimulation according to their individual needs and potential. Through Basketball and Futsal Enrichment, Al Siddiq International aims to provide learning experiences that extend beyond academic development and support children’s growth as a whole. In an active and enjoyable play-based environment, children can learn to move, cooperate, try new things, and discover activities that they enjoy. May these experiences become an early step towards helping the children grow into active, confident, healthy individuals with the opportunity to develop their fullest potential. Play, Move, Grow!By Inka Amalia, S.Pd






