Implementing Reggio Emilia Philosophy in the Early Years Classroom

When / Where

7 Dec 2026 – 9 Dec 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm Asia/Hong Kong

This workshop invites participation from individuals with experience and/or interest in the Reggio Emilia approach from preschool and primary education. In general, the Reggio Emilia philosophy is a constructivist approach to teaching, learning and advocacy for children. In its most simple form, it is a way of listening, interacting, observing what children know, are curious about and what challenges them. Teachers record these observations to reflect on developmentally appropriate ways to help children expand their academic and social potentials. Long term projects connect core academic areas in and out of the classroom.

The workshop is a three-part series designed to increase participantsā€™ knowledge, skill and confidence in adapting and integrating the Reggio Emilia approach in your setting. Join us in exploring the Reggio Emilia Approach.

Objectives
Participants will be able to:

  • Increase their knowledge of the philosophy and theories behind the Reggio Emilia Approach and gain the confidence to continue their exploration of the principles
  • Carefully peel off the layers and begin to examine the core principles of the Reggio Emilia Approach
  • Build on the knowledge, skill, practical strategies and confidence gained from previous sessions and begin to develop strategies on how to adapt the Reggio Emilia Approach in their setting.

OutlineĀ 
Day 1: What are the foundations of the Reggio Emilia Approach?

  • Overview of the history, philosophical and theoretical foundations of the Reggio Emilia Approach
  • Review cultural variations and ways to use that as a bridge in adapting the Reggio Emilia Approach in their setting
  • Core principles and how they are essential to the Reggio Emilia Approach?
  • The need to continuously reflect on their own philosophy of Early Childhood Education
  • Generate action plans for both continued learning and development of skill for adapting the Reggio Emilia philosophy

This hands-on workshop will equip the participants with knowledge and skills to answer the following:

  • What is the significance of the history of the Reggio Emilia to the approach?
  • What are the underpinning tenets of the philosophical and theoretical foundations of the Reggio Emilia Approach?
  • How do you make teaching and learning visible?

Day 2: What are central operating principles of the Reggio Emilia? How can they be made visible?

  • How are the principles of the Reggio Emilia Approach essential to the approach?
  • Deconstruct and examine each principleĀ in relationĀ to ‘your’ setting
  • Explore practical strategies of how the principles can be made visible
  • Generate action plans for both continued learning and development of skill for adapting the Reggio Emilia philosophy.
  • Being a Reflective Practitioner

Day 3: Adapting the Reggio Emilia Approach the Early Years Setting ā€“ Where do you start?

  • Reflect on their personal journey and teaching practices with the lens of a teacher as a researcher.
  • Engage in an Imagineering session:
    • experience a visual tour of teacher and childrenā€™s explorations projects and investigations
    • mind map our ā€œidealā€ environment that is respectful to the image of the child
  • Explore materials and construct plans for ateliers that enhance the emergence of children many language
  • Explore ways the Reggio Emilia Approach can be adapted
  • A careful look at: What, How, Where, When to adapt – a look at the major components that must be visible
  • Using data to inform your decision and practice
  • Being a Reflective Practitioner

Methodology
This workshop will offer varieties of opportunities for experiential and collaborative learning. Participants will have the opportunity and are expected to be active participants in the discussion, both within the small and large group formats; reflecting on their own journey and learning in a supportive environment that allow them to gain practical knowledge that can be applied to teaching practices.

Target Audience
Teachers, early childhood educators, curriculum coordinator, parent educator and administrators of children aged 0 to 8 years.

Fees
1 person: HKD8627.00/person
2 to 4 person: HKD7627.00/person
5 person & more: HKD6427.00/person

Venue
Hong Kong (exact location to be advised)
Visa Requirements on Entering Hong Kong

Other Details
Duration: 3 days, 18 hours
Closing Date: 15 Oct 2026

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