Welcome To Angel Arms Learning Center/ Kids Company Preschool Established in 1996

  The Reggio Emilia approach is an educational philosophy that originated in the town of Reggio Emilia in Italy after World War II. Loris Malaguzzi, along with parents in the community, founded this approach in an effort to create a unique and innovative educational system for young children. The philosophy is centered around the belief that children are capable, curious, and full of potential.

Here are some key principles and characteristics of the Reggio Emilia approach:

Image of the Child: The approach sees the child as strong, competent, and possessing a natural inclination toward learning. Children are viewed as active participants in their own learning processes.

Environment as the Third Teacher: The physical environment is considered crucial to a child's learning experience. Classrooms are often designed to be aesthetically pleasing, organized, and filled with natural light. Materials and resources are carefully chosen to provoke curiosity and exploration.

Collaboration and Relationships: The approach emphasizes collaboration among children, educators, and parents. Strong relationships and communication between these groups are seen as essential to a child's development and learning.

Emergent Curriculum: Rather than following a predetermined curriculum, the Reggio Emilia approach values an emergent curriculum that is based on the interests and ideas of the children. Teachers observe and document children's interests, questions, and discoveries and use this information to guide their planning.

Documentation: Teachers in Reggio Emilia classrooms engage in extensive documentation of children's work, including photographs, recordings, and notes. This documentation serves multiple purposes, including helping educators reflect on their practice and communicating children's learning to parents.

Project-Based Learning: Learning is often organized around long-term projects that allow for in-depth exploration of a topic. Projects can emerge from the children's interests and may involve hands-on activities, research, and creative expression.

No One Right Way: The Reggio Emilia approach rejects the idea that there is only one way to teach or one correct answer to a question. It encourages flexibility and adaptability in teaching methods and values the diverse ways in which children learn.

Educator as Co-Learner: Educators in the Reggio Emilia approach are seen as co-learners with the children. They facilitate learning experiences, ask questions, and engage in joint exploration with the children.

The Reggio Emilia approach has gained international recognition and has influenced early childhood education practices around the world. It continues to evolve and adapt as educators integrate its principles into various educational settings.