Our Guiding Philosophy
Our guiding philosophy
At the heart of our practice is the belief that children are competent, resourceful, curious, imaginative and inventive individuals who possess a desire to interact and communicate with others.
A cornerstone of Reggio Emilia philosophy
In Reggio Emilia, the environment is considered the "third teacher" alongside parents and educators. Our spaces are carefully designed to inspire curiosity, invite exploration, and support children's natural desire to learn.
We view our role as organising and making accessible environments that are open-ended and rich in possibility and opportunity. These inviting spaces encourage children to embark upon extended exploration and discovery.
Every corner of our nursery is thoughtfully curated with natural materials, textures, and provocations that spark imagination. From our cosy reading nooks to our outdoor forest school area, each space tells a story and invites children to become authors of their own learning journey.
We believe that beautiful, calm environments help children feel safe and valued, enabling them to take risks, make discoveries, and express themselves freely.
Discover the principles of Reggio Emilia and see how this child-centred philosophy transforms early years education.
Video: Introduction to the Reggio Emilia Approach. Use the video player controls to play, pause, and navigate the video.
We bring the wider world into our nursery and take our children out to explore it.
Regular excursions to local parks, farms, libraries, and nature reserves extend children's learning beyond our walls. These real-world experiences bring curriculum topics to life and help children develop confidence in new environments.
From woodland walks to visits to the fire station, each trip is carefully planned to support current interests and learning themes.
We regularly invite specialists, artists, musicians, and community members to share their skills and knowledge with our children. These enriching encounters expand children's understanding of the world and introduce them to diverse perspectives.
Parents are also warmly welcomed to share their professions, hobbies, and cultural traditions with our nursery community.
The best way to understand the Reggio Emilia philosophy in action is to see it for yourself. We welcome prospective families to visit our nursery and observe how our environments, educators, and children work together.
During your visit, you'll see our carefully curated learning spaces, meet our dedicated team, and discover how we nurture each child's unique potential through respectful, child-led education.
