3-5 Years Old

What is a Reggio-inspired 3-5 year old child care program?

A Reggio-inspired child care program for 3-5 year olds supports preschoolers’ natural curiosity, creativity, and readiness for more complex learning. The program emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and self-expression in an environment where children’s ideas and interests guide their learning journey.

Key features include:

• Child-Led Projects: Long-term, inquiry-based projects allow children to explore topics they are passionate about, encouraging problem-solving and critical thinking.

• Collaboration and Community: Preschoolers work together on group activities, fostering teamwork, empathy, and communication skills.

• Environment as the “Third Teacher”: Classrooms are thoughtfully designed with natural materials, creative workspaces, and areas for play, exploration, and quiet reflection.

• Emergent Curriculum: Educators observe children’s interests and build activities around them, integrating art, science, math, and literacy in meaningful ways.

• Documentation and Reflection: Children’s work, conversations, and progress are documented through portfolios, photos, and displays, helping children reflect on their learning.

• Family Engagement: Families are partners in the program, contributing ideas, participating in projects, and celebrating their child’s growth.

This program nurtures preschoolers’ growing independence, creativity, and readiness for future learning while celebrating their unique ideas and abilities.