Op 't Erf
you learn how,
you experience that,
you can do it!
Become a world-wiser?
Through both ordinary and extraordinary education, we prepare our children for the world of tomorrow. At the heart of this approach are the following six global competencies:
Citizenship
Children practice democratic skills, learn to care for each other and develop an active social attitude.
Critical thinking
They learn to analyze, substantiate, and weigh perspectives. What is a fact? What is an opinion? What does this mean for me?
Character development
Perseverance, empathy, integrity and self-knowledge are addressed in reflections, conversations and group goals.
Creativity
Children are encouraged to imagine, experiment and explore new solutions or forms of expression.
Collaborating
Children work in pairs, small groups and teams, learn from differences and take responsibility for their contribution.
Communication
Children learn to express their thoughts and feelings clearly and respectfully, and develop listening skills and conversational discipline.
Our engine for development
Our children's centre is built on the philosophy of deep learning, in which children learn for life.
Principles of deep learning
Children develop knowledge, skills, and an attitude for a complex, changing world. They learn to learn, learn to think, and learn to live together.
Thematic, meaningful, interdisciplinary and contextual
Our curriculum is organized around rich themes that connect subjects and invite children to explore, create, and reflect.
The children's centre as a training ground
Learning and developing take place with head, heart, and hands. Children learn both inside and outside the children's centre, in relation to the world around them.
A pedagogical house built to last!
At Op 't Erf, the Pedagogical House forms the foundation of our thinking and actions. We shape education and teaching based on four central pillars.
- We raise children together – we have the same goal;
- Move in a challenging environment – that makes learning more fun and meaningful;
- Give and take space for initiative – you will learn from experimenting;
- Stay open and in touch – genuine interest connects.
These pillars ensure that we shape our pedagogical mission in a shared and supported way: children feel seen, heard and valued.
Our pedagogy is aimed at:
- Wellbeing: children feel safe, accepted and valued.
- Engagement: Children are actively and focused on meaningful learning.
- Ownership: Children have influence on their learning process, goals and choices.
Let yourself be shown around
Feel free to drop by or make an appointment for a tour where we will tell you everything.
Visit us for a tour
Will
you become a 'World-wiser'?
