22 Street Lane Nursery - July 2021 Newsletter

July Newsletter

The Curiosity Approach at 22 Street Lane Curiosity is innate and we consider it to already be residing in all children, but for these interests to be activated, we must promote these situations and environments and develop the right kind of relationships with the child. We hope that their so that curiosity explodes and blooms as we continue to find new ways to engage and develop their imaginations. To accomplish this, we're giving the children the time, space and attention to create it. The Curiosity Approach is about creating that irresistible environment for learning and development, that recognises the uniqueness of each child, of each human being, of each citizen of now. Which is something that we believe every child deserves! There is no other reason needed, but for the JOY of following their own thoughts and thinking. To be creative and absorbed in the experience, to be ARTISTS , to collaborate with peers, to discuss, discover, explore and develop inquiry and investigation. Deep learning happening right before our eyes, and at Curiosity Approach settings all pre-determined outcomes are pushed aside, and the results speak for themselves. Because we have TRUST in the children, trust in the process and the proof is in the pudding, rather than what we staple on a display board or send home each day. Children choose to participate if they wish and advance with excitement and curiosity.

Teaching our children through heart and soul is what we must aspire to do. Look closely at their faces, how incredible to witness such pure joy. There’s truly no better reward!

“If you don’t love what you do, you won’t do it with much conviction or passion.” ~ Mia Hamm

Continuing our sharing of the A-Z of the Curiosity Approach, we are showcasing G & H this month:

Global Inspiration - We have both been incredibly lucky to travel the world visiting wondrous early childhood centres, collecting inspiration and memories. Our aim is to inspire and be inspired, becoming a nation of curious practitioners who light up this amazing world we live in for the next generation.

Homely Hyyge - Hygge is a Danish word used when acknowledging a feeling or moment, ordinary or extraordinary as cosy, charming or special. Curiosity Approach settings would seek to create an environment that captures that feeling of cosiness, warmth and togetherness for all who enter in to it.