Today, over 1.75 million 3- and 4-year-old children are enrolled in state-funded pre-kindergarten programs. Most of these programs are in elementary school buildings using classrooms built for older children of different physical sizes and developmental needs. Some...
Explore the world of natural outdoor classroom design using hands-on materials, with the guidance of a Nature Explore designer and educator team. Engage ten research-based guiding principles of design and learn how outdoor natural classrooms can build community and...
This interactive session addresses the growing need for evidence-based early learning environments by showcasing districtwide preschool models grounded in real-world implementation and outcome data. Educators and architects will share how collaborative planning,...
Amid the rapid rise of AI, this session rethinks what defines an optimal learning ecosystem. This new “horizon” calls for a new language to describe where and how learning happens. As spatial taxonomies evolve, so too must our approach to design—shifting from...
Physical space is a powerful asset in the learning process, yet many environments remain misaligned with modern pedagogical goals. This interactive workshop, “Where Spaces Shape Learning,” shows how to align a school’s vision with its physical environment through...
