ABSTRACT
Child-centred learning is based on the observation of the children by the staff, recognition of both their interests and their readiness to learn, i.e. their developmental stage, and the provision of activities and teaching support which will encourage them to learn more. This is a good way to learn because the children themselves choose what they want to do and so they are motivated to persevere. The level of challenge is also likely to be appropriate. The staff observe the children closely so that they can record the activities they have chosen and how well they do them. They also note those the children avoid and the skills and abilities which need support if a wider range of activities is to be tackled and enjoyed. All of this information helps staff to build a picture of each ‘whole’ child.
