Early childhood education establishes the foundation for learning and development, making it vital to a child’s growth and success.
Children experience significant advancements in their cognitive, social, emotional and physical abilities during their formative years. Therefore, the quality of their early education significantly influences their future. Rothewood Academy’s daycare and preschool is a leader and innovator in early childhood education. For us, early childhood education is not simply a set curriculum but a journey of exploration, creativity and growth.
We practice a holistic approach to early childhood learning, where children actively participate in their educational experiences. Our academy uses Reggio-inspired learning methodologies to support its philosophy and cultivate well-rounded individuals.
Below, we discuss the advantages and benefits of enrolling your child in our Reggio-inspired learning programme.
Rothewood Academy’s Educational Approach
At Rothewood Academy we integrate Reggio-inspired learning principles into our educational philosophy, fostering a dynamic and engaging environment for young learners. Our carefully curated curriculum celebrates each child’s uniqueness and individual strengths. We truly believe that children are competent learners who actively create understanding of their world through meaningful relationships with their environment, peers and educators.
We consider play a crucial tool for learning, which allows children to freely communicate their knowledge in various forms. Children are encouraged to ask questions, investigate topics of interest and express themselves through mediums like art, music and storytelling.
Our curriculum prioritizes inquiry and exploration to encourage children to become life-long learners.
Nature and Learning
Rothewood Academy’s Outdoor Nature Program embodies our Reggio Emilia-inspired philosophy, highlighting the importance of a child’s connection with their surroundings. Rooted in the belief that children are competent, curious and capable learners, the program combines the principles of nature-based education with the Reggio Emilia approach’s values of exploration and collaboration.
Under the guidance of extensively trained and experienced educators, children are motivated to participate in exploration, sensory activities and interactions with the natural surroundings. Our Outdoor Nature Program stimulates children’s inherent curiosity and ignites their creativity. Our play areas are made of natural components such as plants, logs, water, sand, mud, boulders, hills and trees. These components represent the larger wild environment in a way that feels safe and manageable to children and their parents while inviting imaginative and explorative play.
How Our Children Benefit from Our Pedagogical Approach?
Our educational methodology offers distinct benefits, such as:
- Enabling children to develop problem-solving skills from having to navigate challenges and find solutions. They encounter real-world problems and are encouraged to find solutions.
- Focusing on the arts, nature and community relationships enriches children’s learning experiences and makes them well-rounded people. This is evident in our World Music program.
- Through hands-on experiences and collaborative projects, children develop critical thinking skills, curiosity and creativity.
- Fostering the growth of self-awareness and confidence by allowing children to be active participants in their own education. By emphasizing their role in their learning journey, they develop the confidence to trust their own abilities.
- Self-expression is encouraged and nurtured. The approach values children’s thoughts and ideas, providing diverse exploration materials. Using loose parts in classrooms and outdoors encourages children and educators to engage in rich, meaningful and creative open-ended interactions. These interactions are key to providing a nurturing and imaginative environment to empower children to use their voices effectively.
Discover Your Child’s Potential at Rothewood Academy
Join us in nurturing the minds and hearts of the future generation by enrolling your child in a journey of self-exploration and learning. Our experienced educators are well trained and equipped to scaffold your child’s learning journey at Rothewood Academy.
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