River East School - OUR SPACE

THE RIVER EAST ENVIRONMENT

The heart of the Reggio Emilia philosophy is best reflected in an environment that envelopes the child with three “teachers”, or protagonists.

Teacher and young child share a warm moment of connection during outdoor exploration

Two children collaborate on painting activity, learning through peer interaction and shared discovery

Thoughtfully prepared classroom environment with natural materials inviting independent exploration

It is the child’s relationship with parents, teachers, and the environment that ignites their own knowledge and learning through a carefully curated curriculum that engages and builds upon the child’s current knowledge, recognizing that knowledge cannot simply be provided for the child.

MORNING PROVOCATIONS

Child deeply engaged in watercolor painting, exploring color mixing at morning provocation station

Natural materials arrangement with pinecones, leaves, and stones for open-ended creative exploration

Sensory exploration table with water, natural objects, and tools for scientific discovery

Vibrant art exploration with colorful paints and brushes encouraging creative expression

Child focused on drawing and mark-making with various writing tools and paper

Natural wooden blocks and building materials arranged for constructive play and engineering

Nature collection display featuring shells, stones, and botanical specimens for observation

Children constructing with wooden planks and blocks in outdoor building play area

Organized sensory materials in glass containers including beans, pasta, and natural objects

Creative art tools displayed including brushes, stamps, and mark-making implements

Child exploring natural outdoor environment, discovering plants and garden elements

Garden play materials including watering cans, trowels, and planting supplies for outdoor learning

INDOOR CLASSROOM

Indoor classroom corner with wooden blocks, natural materials, and open floor space for construction play

Child engaged in concentrated hands-on learning activity at classroom table with manipulatives

Well-organized indoor classroom with defined learning centers and natural wooden storage systems

Child working independently at art table with painting materials in bright classroom environment

Wooden educational materials arranged on shelf including geometric shapes and sensory learning tools

Indoor sensory table with natural materials inviting tactile exploration and fine motor development

OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

Welcoming chalkboard sign reading 'Welcome to River East' in outdoor classroom entrance area

Natural outdoor play area with wooden climbing structures and green artificial turf

Shaded outdoor learning area with tables, chairs, and organized materials for al fresco activities

Child observing school chickens in coop, connecting with animals and learning about farm-to-table

Outdoor garden space with wooden climbing structures, plants, and natural exploration opportunities

Outdoor classroom with hanging plants, wooden structures, and inviting natural elements for exploration

SENSORY GYM

Child climbing on indoor sensory gym equipment, developing gross motor skills and body awareness

Indoor sensory gym with padded climbing structures, tunnels, and equipment for physical development

Child engaged in active play on green climbing surface, building strength and coordination

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