How can young children direct their own learning? Will they not just want to play? These are common questions we hear at Fairchild where we provide an emergent curriculum based on children’s interests and where we make learning through play meaningful, impactful, fun and memorable. We observe children’s interests, we pose questions, and before we know it, there is room full of children engaging in discussion, ask . . .
In the overcrowded metropolis that is Hong Kong, one visionary school is aiming to become Asia’s inaugural Forest School Development Centre. ICHK Hong Lok Yuen is leading a pioneering programme, which will culminate in the prestigious accreditation. The Tai Po school is set to achieve its vision of being a leader in outdoor learning and Forest School education by the summer. As well as the Development Centre status, . . .
The International Primary Curriculum – preparing 21st century learners for a globalised world By Gail Maidment, Executive Director, Generations Christian Education When choosing an international school for your child, a major factor in any parent’s decision is curriculum. Curriculum can be a confusing subject, and questions abound. Is IB appropriate for my child? What about curricula from the UK, USA, or Aust . . .
HONG KONG, 7 November 2017) – Avendale International Kindergarten (???????) will open itsflagship 11,000 square feet campus at The Parkside, Tseung Kwan O in early 2018 offering a child centredcurriculum that promotes innovative thinking to children aged 2-5. This learning environment is Reggio Emilia inspired and will feature a common area equipped with balancingand climbing facilities, an interactive wall, and open pl . . .
The Reggio Emilia approach at Fairchild is child-centric and believes that children are capable of building their own learning through exploration in a sensory rich environment, rather than simply empty vessels to be filled with facts. This approach relies heavily on facilitation by the educators and at the heart of Fairchild are early year educators who are 100% committed to providing every opportunity to help a child une . . .
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