Child-Centered Learning
At our schoolhouses, we utilize the Reggio Emilia Learning Approach. The Reggio Emilia Approach is loved for how it sparks creativity, encourages critical thinking, and nurtures a lifelong passion for learning in young children.
The Reggio Emilia Learning Approach is a highly respected method, often embraced in early education, daycare, and preschool settings around the world, because it sees children as capable and confident learners. This approach truly celebrates each child's natural curiosity and potential, making it a wonderful choice for early childhood development.
Our Approach
At our schoolhouses, we teach your children through the principles of the Reggio Emilia Learning Approach. Similar to a Montessori school approach, it is based on the principles of respect, responsibility, and community, with a strong emphasis on self-directed, experiential learning in a relationship-driven environment. When you work with Bay Street, Sunshine or Tangerine Schoolhouses, you can expect the following features to be included in our teaching philosophy.
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Child-Centered Learning
Empowering Young Learners:
In Reggio Emilia-inspired preschools and daycare centers, children are viewed as capable, curious, and full of potential. The approach allows preschoolers to guide their learning, with VPK and child care providers supporting them in exploring their interests and ideas.
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Collaborative Learning
Learning Together:
In Reggio Emilia child care and preschool settings, collaboration is key. Children work together in groups, learning to communicate, solve problems, and share ideas. Teachers in daycare and VPK programs act as partners in learning, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.
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The Learning Enviornment
Classrooms That Inspire:
The physical environment in a Reggio Emilia preschool or daycare is carefully crafted to be inviting and stimulating. Known as the "third teacher," the space is filled with natural light, open areas, and a variety of materials that encourage children to explore, learn, and grow.
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Documenting the Journey
Capturing Growth: Documentation is a vital part of the Reggio Emilia approach, especially in preschools and daycare centers. Teachers and caregivers in child care settings regularly observe, photograph, and record children's progress, creating a visible record of their learning journey that parents can appreciate and engage with.
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Project-Based Learning
Exploring Big Ideas:
In Reggio Emilia-inspired preschools and VPK programs, learning often takes the form of long-term projects that delve into topics children are passionate about. These projects encourage deep thinking and allow children in daycare and child care settings to explore a wide range of subjects in meaningful ways.
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Expression Through Creativity
The Hundred Languages of Children:
Reggio Emilia preschools and daycare centers celebrate children's creativity by encouraging them to express themselves in many ways—whether through art, music, movement, or play. This approach, embraced in VPK and child care programs, recognizes that every child has unique ways of communicating and learning.
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Parental Involvement
Partners in Learning:
Parents play a crucial role in the Reggio Emilia approach, particularly in preschool and child care settings. Daycare providers and VPK teachers encourage parents to be actively involved in their child's education, fostering a strong connection between home and school.
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Flexible Curriculum
Adapting to Children's Interests:
The Reggio Emilia curriculum is flexible and responsive, particularly in preschool and daycare settings. Rather than following a strict plan, VPK and child care providers adapt the learning experience to match the children's evolving interests, creating a dynamic and engaging environment.
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Community Connections
Learning Beyond the Classroom:
Reggio Emilia-inspired preschools and daycare centers often extend learning into the community. VPK programs and child care providers build strong connections with local culture and nature, helping children understand the world around them and feel a sense of belonging.
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