Definition of early Childhood Education

  1. What is Early Childhood Education? 👇

Early childhood education (ECE), also known as nursery education, is a branch of education theory that relates to the teaching of children (formally and informally) from birth up to the age of eight. Traditionally, this is up to the equivalent of third grade.ECE is described as an important period in child development.

Learning does not start at kindergarten. From birth, children are exploring, experiencing, and learning from the world around them in a variety of way. The process of shaping this time of rapid development in a formal setting is known as early childhood education.

Child Development and Early Learning👇

Learning Through Play

Children learn best when they are playing!

Through play, children learn problem solving, critical thinking, language skills, social skills and coping mechanisms.

Learning through play start with parents at home where children play, learn and develop with the support of their parents, caregivers, older siblings and family members.

Play should happen at homes, at ECD centers and pre-schools.

Playing is great for learning and for the development of children with disabilities. It is an important tool to ensure that children with disabilities participate and are included in society.

Early learning materials can be found at home and around the community. We can count beans with children, make traditional toys such as tin cars and dolls from makalani nuts, sing songs and play games that help children learn about colours, shapes and sizes.