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Insights: Reggio at Home

What is student driven learning

What is Student-Driven Learning?

At KLA Schools, students learn by doing. Based on the Reggio Emilia Approach, KLA Schools employs a…

Supporting hands on learning in childhood

Supporting Hands-On Learning in Childhood

Children learn through hands-on learning. A recent study showed that preschoolers were less likely to explore and learn for themselves after an…

Age Appropriate STEAM Activities for Children

Age-Appropriate STEAM Activities for Children

At KLA Schools, each of our classrooms features age-appropriate technology materials. Rather than separating STEAM activities into a standalone…

Ideas to Support Your Childs Curiosity

Ideas to Support Your Child's Curiosity

Curiosity is a key component of a child’s lifelong education. With curiosity, a child is empowered to investigate their world, problem-solve, and…

About Reggio Emilias Hundred Languages

About Reggio Emilia's Hundred Languages

In the Reggio Emilia educational approach, there is a coined expression, “A child has a hundred languages.” In Reggio Emilia, the multiple…

Fall themed Sensory Play Ideas

Fall-themed Sensory Play Ideas

The changing colors of fall are a great time to help your child learn through hands-on experiences. Sensory tables use materials to scoop, pour,…

Fostering an environment of learning at home

Fostering an Environment of Learning at Home

Whether your child is taking classes online or you’re looking for ways to supplement their education in

Developing your childs fine motor skills

Developing Your Child's Fine Motor Skills

Fine motor skills involve smaller muscle groups, and develop at different times depending on your child’s age. A baby develops fine motor skills…

Nurturing curiosity in children

Nurturing Curiosity in Children

Children learn through hands-on experiences and are endlessly curious. Here are some ways you can help your young child nurture their natural…

Teaching your preschooler problem solving

Teaching Your Preschooler Problem-Solving

Preschoolers are constantly learning new things and gaining new experiences in the world around them. It’s an ideal time of a child’s life to help…

The atelier a unique artistic expression for children

The Atelier - A Unique Artistic Expression for Children

In the Reggio Emilia educational approach, there is an expression, “A child has a hundred languages.” These languages refer to art, innovation,…

Springtime sensory play ideas

Springtime Sensory Play Ideas

Children use their senses to gather information about their world, and to figure out answers to questions. Because children learn through hands-on…

The Benefits of a Reggio Emilia Preschool

The Benefits of a Reggio Emilia Preschool

When looking for the best preschool for your child, you may encounter several different educational philosophies. The Reggio Emilia Approach to…

Kla schools acquires country day school

KLA Schools Acquires Country Day School

KLA Schools’ first school in the state of Alabama KLA Schools has just completed the acquisition of Country Day School in…

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KLA Schools makes this year’s Top 200+ ranking from “Franchise Times”

KLA Schools made the Top 200+ “Franchise Times” ranking at No. 469, climbing 16 spots from last year’s rankings. The 500 largest U.S.- based…

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KLA Schools at the 2018 Miami Schools Fair

KLA Schools will participate in this year’s Miami Schools Fair. Our founder, Candelaria Ortega, will be one of the…

7 dramatic play ideas for preschoolers

7 Dramatic Play Ideas for Preschoolers

Play is more than just entertainment for preschoolers. Through play, young children develop important language, problem-solving, cooperation,…

What is a sensory table

What is a Sensory Table?

Children rely on their senses to discover and experience their world. While they may not be able to verbally communicate and investigate the way…