The educational philosophy is based on the methods and practices of early education centers in Reggio Emilia, Italy - which was identified as having the “best early childhood program in the world” by Newsweek in 1991. This unique educational philosophy empowers children and encourages physical, emotional, creative and intellectual growth. It focuses on early and primary education and parents are a vital component of this philosophy. The Reggio Emilia approach to teaching young children puts the natural development of children as well as the close relationships that they share with their environment at the center of its philosophy.