King’s Early Years (ELC-Year 2) is influenced by the Reggio Emilia Approach to early childhood education, a world-renowned teaching and learning philosophy inspired by the system of Early Years Education in Reggio Emilia, a town in northern Italy.

Widely recognised across the world as best practice in early childhood education, the Reggio Emilia Approach offers an education that respects children and their rights as citizens. Children are seen as global citizens with a growing responsibility for themselves, others and the environment.

We see the child as competent, powerful and full of potential, and we place each child at the centre of their own learning. Children are encouraged to express their learning in a variety of ways and have opportunities to develop skills in critical thinking, collaboration and problem solving.

Specialist activities in the Early Years include Italian, Library, Bush Kindy/nature play, movement skills, creative arts and dramatic play.