My Philosophy of Early Childhood Education

Bradi Baschke

Beliefs on the purposes of educations for children

The purpose of early childhood education is to start having children engage with one another
along with giving them educational opportunities. Educators, along with their guardians need to start
building their educational foundation so they can have a successful future.
Beliefs on how children learn best and the curriculum used
Developmentally appropriate practice should be incorporated into the program by ensuring
hands on and visual projects. Most children learn best by performing the project so they can have a
first-hand experience with the outcome. However, every learning style must be met because not
everyone is the same and some children may learn in a different way such as an auditory learner.
Beliefs on physical environment qualities
The physical environment of the classroom should be educationally welcoming. The environment
should have a positive atmosphere because it is harder to learn when we are surrounded by negativity.
Another essential quality besides welcoming and positive is safety. The children need an appropriate
environment that will meet their needs and standards to be able to earn the best education possible.
Beliefs on caregiver/teacher qualities and education
The most important qualities that a caregiver/teacher should have are caring, compassionate,
respect, and knowledgeable. A child needs to have a caregiver/teacher that will work with them and
meet their needs so they are able to receive a solid education.
Beliefs on family involvement
Family involvement in early childhood education is very important. Children tend to look up to
their families and see them as role models. Also, families need to be active in their education because
children do not only learn at school they also learn many life lessons outside of school.
Beliefs on importance of profession
The early childhood education profession is important because during the early years the
children really build their educational foundation. By building their educational knowledge throughout
the years will help the children succeed their life goals in the future.
Tell me and I forget. Show me and I remember. Involve me and I understand.

- Chinese proverb