Curriculum
We embrace the Reggio Emilia Approach, an innovative educational philosophy that strongly emphasizes child-led learning, creativity, and collaboration.
Reggio Emilia Approach
We embrace the Reggio Emilia Approach, an innovative educational philosophy that strongly emphasizes child-led learning, creativity, and collaboration. It encourages children to explore and discover the world around them in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Benefits of Reggio Emilia Approach
- Child-Led Learning: Encourages children to actively participate in their learning journey, fostering independence and critical thinking skills.
- Nurtures Creativity: Promotes creativity, imagination, and self-expression through various art forms and hands-on activities.
- Collaboration and Communication: Cultivates collaboration and communication skills by engaging children in group projects and discussions.
- Respect for Diversity: Celebrates diversity and encourages the exploration of different cultures, languages, and perspectives.
- Holistic Development: Addresses cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to support the overall growth of each child.
- Connection with Nature: Provides opportunities for children to connect with nature, fostering an appreciation for the environment and sustainability.
This curriculum is designed to target both prime and specific areas of learning and development to cultivate the children’s personal growth as well as their academic ones.
Prime Areas
Personal, social, and emotional development
Forming relationships.
Self-confidence and self-awareness.
Managing feelings and behavior.
Physical development
Movement and object handling
Health and self-care
Communication and language
Listening and paying attention
Understanding
Speaking
Specific Areas
Literacy
Reading
Writing
Mathematics
Numbers
Shape, space, and measure
Understanding the world
People and communities
The world
Technology
Expressive art and designs
Exploring and using media and materials
Being imaginative
Arabic language
Islamic studies
Why Choose Reggio Emilia?
When considering an educational approach for your child, the Reggio Emilia philosophy stands out for its unique qualities. One compelling reason to choose Reggio Emilia is its child-centered approach to learning. In this approach, children are seen as active participants in their education, with teachers acting as guides and facilitators.
Another distinctive aspect of Reggio Emilia is its emphasis on relationships. The approach recognizes the significance of building strong connections between children, teachers, parents, and the wider community.
Reggio Emilia also places a strong focus on the arts and creativity. It views the arts as essential tools for self-expression, problem-solving, and exploration. Children are encouraged to unleash their imagination and develop their creative thinking abilities through various artistic mediums, such as drawing, painting, sculpting, and dramatic play.
Why We Chose Reggio Emilia for Our Children
The Reggio Emilia Approach mainly benefits children because it values their unique interests, abilities, and perspectives. It creates an inclusive and supportive environment where children can actively engage in their learning journey and develop essential life skills.
Here’s why we selected the Reggio Emilia Approach for your children:
- Promotes a love for learning and a lifelong curiosity
- Encourages self-expression and creativity
- Builds strong foundations in critical thinking and problem-solving
- Fosters a sense of community and cooperation
- Celebrates diversity and cultural understanding
- Provides a holistic approach to education
- Supports the development of well-rounded individuals
- Prepares children for success in a rapidly changing world
