The Curiosity Approach®
Over the past few years, the incredible team at Tūī: Lytton Street has been dedicated to completing training modules, preparing detailed assessments, and embracing the philosophy of The Curiosity Approach®. Their hard work and passion have paid off, earning this well-deserved recognition!
We’re thrilled to announce that Tūī Early Learners: Lytton Street has officially achieved Curiosity Approach® Accredited Status!
The Curiosity Approach® Assessor commented:
"I would like to thank Amey for the comprehensive submission, the team have worked hard together and developed their knowledge and understanding of The Curiosity Approach, including training and research around schematic learning, and overcoming barriers to getting outdoors and expectations for outdoor play by using the Team Gathering Getting Staff Outdoors.
Tūī: Lytton Street is a wonderfully rich and rewarding environment for the tamariki to play, develop and be supported to set their own goals. The outdoor area includes a waterfall, a pond, and a forest area, complemented by loose parts and authentic resources, with indoors having lots of home from home elements, a magical place!
Ngā mihi and Congratulations to all at Tūī: Lytton Street
“Be Curious, Have Fun,
Make a Difference!”
The Curiosity Approach® “promotes Awe & Wonder in Early Childhood”.
“The Curiosity Approach® is a modern-day approach to Early Childhood. It’s a beautiful recipe book of wonderful ingredients, carefully mixed together with experience, passion and a love of Early Childhood.”
“On The Curiosity Approach® website you’ll find their services, information and inspiration on how you can impact children in Early Years, transforming provision and practice.”
The Curiosity Approach® is inspired by Reggio Emilia, Montessori and Steiner. Plus the curriculum of New Zealand, Te Whāriki and most recently Emmi Pickler. The Curiosity Approach® is a beautiful recipe book of these great philosophies and Pioneers bringing a modern-day approach to Early Years, aimed at igniting passion, awe and wonder back into play. We are proud to stand on the shoulders of giants and help other Early Years educators to transform from traditional norms, moving beyond brightly coloured classrooms, through the use of loose parts, recycled materials and authentic resources.
The Curiosity Approach® is a 12-month accreditation program, which assists educators to transform and change provision and practice within their Early Childhood settings. To begin this journey educators must reflect on the Why! Why in this technological age, why change is necessary.