Why Choose the Reggio-Emilia Approach to Education?

Are you thinking about how to choose the right preschool for your child? You might be wondering how to navigate the vast sea of choices and feeling a bit overwhelmed.  As a parent, you want to make the best choice for your child, and at Right Steps ® Education, we understand the importance of choosing the best environment for your child.  One of the best ways to decide if a preschool is a good fit for your family is to go have a visit.  Our boutique style preschool utilizes the Reggio Emilia approach to learning, and we encourage parents to find out how it might be a good fit for their child.

In the Reggio Emilia method, it is the role of the teacher to follow the child’s lead through emerging curriculum.  The teacher also bases lesson plans on these interests, rather than following a set, pre-determined guide.  By not following a set curriculum, children are provided with the opportunity to grow and learn based on what appeals to their individual senses.  At Right Steps ® Education, we value this kind of learning and our teachers take the time to nurture the individual preferences of each child who comes through our doors.

The Reggio Emilia approach to learning also places a higher value on the search for constructive strategies for action and thought.  The emphasis is not on direct transmission of information from the teacher.  At Right Steps ® Education, we believe that a child-centered approach to learning gives children the chance to explore their worlds and find out what interests them the most.  Because there is no set curriculum, children have the opportunity to explore their classroom environment with a sense of freedom and they also have some sense of control over how they delve into learning.

Right Steps ® Education offers a culturally rich environment for children to begin their early learning years.  We are committed t providing the best education possible and we take pride in offering a warm and loving environment for all of the children we teach.  Right Steps ® Education also serves nutritional foods and provides excellent art facilities.  We support the emotional and intellectual needs of each child and we work hard so that each child can reach his or her potential as a unique person.