This type of education is focused on educating children from the ages of infancy until six years old. Different pre-school approaches, theories and practices are available. They include programs like nursery school, daycare and kindergarten which are responsible for providing education before the commencement of statutory education. Different aspects of pre-school education possibilities will be discussed, so that the students are equipped with a basic knowhow about the topic.
Pre-school education in Europe
Legislation of pre-school education
Concepts and methods in Europe
Teaching practices and styles
Experiential learning and Kolb´s learning cycle
Key principles of non-formal education
Montessori Method
Outdoor education and outdoor learning
Reggio-Emilia Approach
Best practices about pre-school education