Young Learners Day

"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." – William Butler Yeats

Curiosity, independence, and global thinking don’t just emerge on their own — they’re nurtured, day by day, by the people children trust most: their educators.

In this 3-part event, we’ll explore how learning begins in the earliest years, how structure gives children the confidence to flourish, and how big-picture thinking can start right from the primary classroom. Whether you teach nursery or upper primary, these sessions are about building the habits of heart and mind that last a lifetime."

 

The event will take place live 3 times on Wednesday 12th November
at 10am, 3pm, and 9:30pm UK Time and will last for around 90 minutes.

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Event Programme

  • Session 1

    Inspiring Wonder in Nursery Settings

    This talk explores how nursery educators and parents can nurture curiosity as the foundation for lifelong learning, using inquiry-based strategies that spark wonder, foster autonomy, and promote joyful engagement from the very beginning.

    10:00am; 3:00pm; 9:30pm (UK time)

    Vanessa Miranda

    Session 2

    Self–Awareness Begins with Action 

    Through intentional actions—exploring, playing creatively, or facing challenges—children begin to understand their abilities, interests, and thoughts.
    In this session, we’ll look at how self-awareness develops in early childhood and how educators can gently support it. From routines to moments of choice, we’ll explore simple ways to help children recognize feelings, notice strengths, and see themselves as capable and valued. 

    10:30am; 3:30pm; 10:00pm (UK time)

    Myriam Monterrubio

    Session 3

    Think Like a Pioneer: Global Thinking in Primary Classrooms 

    By fostering global thinking, the primary English classroom becomes a space where learners build language, question the world around them, and grow into thoughtful, active participants in their communities and beyond. 

    11:00am; 4:00pm; 10:30pm (UK time)

    Michelle Worgan