Following the Reggio Emilia philosophy, the curriculum at Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre is designed around projects. With a focus on fun and play, the children are engaged in the project based around their unique interests. 

The educators document the projects and share the children’s progress through portfolios that document the children’s individual learning journeys. 

The curriculum for the preschool program helps to equip the children with tools and skills they’ll need for their transition to big school. Taught by qualified teachers, the preschool curriculum provides the framework for the different learning activities the children participate in.

“Our son has attended Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre in Gladstone St Parramatta since shortly before he turned 1. Staff at the Centre have encouraged and developed him and given him exposure to many different activities, ideas and knowledge. He is now almost ready for primary school and the centre has helped prepare him for the next chapter of his life.”

Trudy

“Reggio is more than an early learning centre - it is a family. My children have enjoyed growing with the wonderful staff who have love and care for them as if they are their own. I enjoy watching the bonds they have developed between the staff and feel confident their social, emotional and loving needs are being met.”

Courtney

“Both of our kids have had the pleasure of attending Reggio Emilia and we couldn’t be happier with the care and support they have received. The staff are amazing, they are always creating new and fun ways for the kids to learn and I couldn’t recommend them enough.”

Tara

“The teachers and staff are absolutely the best! My son has been going there for over a year. He loves all of his teachers and has so much fun learning, The staff and teachers care so much for each child who attends the centre. I have always seen the staff go above and beyond to ensure the safety and care of each child and always keep parents informed. My son loves to go to school and he asks about school even on weekends 🙂”

Praveen

“My children have been attending Reggio Emilia at Gladstone St for four years and have been very well cared for in that time. The teachers have helped them through all of their developmental challenges and I have full confidence in their ability to manage my sons when they are upset, cheeky or anxious about something. I am constantly surprised by the things my kids learn and think they are offered a good range of activities. Mostly I love that my boys are always welcomed and the teachers are warm and caring. Even if my boys are having a bad morning, I know they will settle well and have a good day.”

Gretel

In addition to regular incursions and excursions, the children at Reggio Emilia Learning Centre participate in an enriching extracurricular program. This is known as the Reggio 5 and incorporates:

• Reggio Art: the children explore different artistic styles and techniques to learn creative expression.
• Reggio Fitness: through diverse activities, such as dancing, yoga, soccer and martial arts, the children develop their physical skills while developing healthy lifestyle habits.
• Reggio Music: as one of the 100 languages, children learn self-expression through music as well as important social, emotional, language and motor skills.
• Reggio Language: to support the children’s cognitive development, they participate in French language lessons.
• Reggio Earth: the children learn about sustainability issues, concepts and practices so they can understand their impact on the environment and their role in protecting the earth.

The educators at Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre are committed to inspiring the children in their care and instilling a lifelong love of learning. Working collaboratively as a team and with the children, the educators provide a rich and nurturing environment where the children are free to explore and discover.

The educators participate in regular ongoing professional development. This learning is designed to enhance their skills and knowledge so they can fulfil their role as inspiring leaders for the children.