2. Reggio Emilia
It was introduced first in Italy
in the 1940s and later spread
to the United States.
It focuses in the importance of
self-expression and community
relations.
Common activities include art
projects, music and drawing.
3. Montessori
It was introduced by eminent
physician and teacher Maria
Montessori.
It takes a developmental
approach towards learning and
education.
It emphasizes on development
of creativity, learning and
cultivation of natural interests.
4. Waldorf
It is based on findings and
research by Austrian author
Rudolf Steiner.
It focuses on development of
child’s spirit and soul.
This approach creates a strong
enthusiasm for learning and
development of abilities.
5. Bank Street
It is based on research and
philosophies of renowned
American psychologist and
educator John Dewy.
It focus on mental, social,
physical and emotional growth
of a child.
Activities include playing out in
the open and arts and crafts to
help gain knowledge of the
outside world.
6. High Scope
It uses a specially designed
curriculum called active
participatory learning.
Children learn by actively
interacting with their
surroundings and other
organized activities.
It also helps in learning basic
math, science and reading.
7. Parent Co-Ops
This program notably involves
parent interaction with their
children’s education and is
commonly followed in
community schools.
It enables children and parents
to learn together in a suitable
and developmental
environment.
Most of the parents involved
usually share in the business
operation of the school