Traditional vs Progressive Schools

Submitted by jencct on March 20, 2007 - 23:44
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Do you have kids who need to take the exam to big school this year? You guys might want to read this first... I attended a talk by Didi Manahan, a professor at the Ateneo and the directress of Explorations Preschool and Keys Gradeschool about traditional and progressive schools. I think it is important to realize that progressive schools are present nowadays because there is more and more proof that people learn differently. And just because one doesn't go to a traditional school, it doesn't mean that he/she is "intellectually challenged". As a quick overview, these are the basic differences between a traditional and a progressive school.

 

 

You might be thinking that, hey, progressive doesn't seem so strange after all. In fact, if you've visited the school that our son went to, and listen to their philosophy, you will definitely think it makes MORE sense to send your child to a progressive school! What with 40 children per class in a traditional school??? How will your kid learn at all?

One thing that really draws me to a progressive curriculum is that the concepts are investigated upon. The kids aren't made to swallow things "just because". I think that that's what is needed now--to teach kids how to be critical thinkers.

However, for those who are not convinced, here is the list of pros for traditional schools.

 

 

Something to think about, parents. PS--and if you're wondering about us, well, Paul's going to his dad's school. =p We'll see how he fares. His dad promised me we'd assess and discuss this after Grade 1 or 2. We'll see...abangan ang susunod na kabanata.

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Traditonal vs. progressive

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by glenzy (not verified) on June 2, 2010 - 07:35.

hi..i'm a mom with two kids.i.5 and 2. I would like to enroll my son to a progressive school here in caloocan west near 10th ave. I visited Center for Child Well-Being in P.Zamora St. They said they use non-tradional,developmental approach. They even integrate Enopi Math Reading ang Singapore Math in their class. Any feedback from this school.....tuition fee is around 45K. Thanks

progressive traditional Montessori Waldorf

elan2010's picture
Submitted by elan2010 on March 26, 2010 - 13:40.

Thanks for this very interesting site.
We should really rethink the fundamental principles on which we're educating our children. I had sent my 2 children to four different schools and had always been frustrated at how traditional schools teach different concepts to children. Oftentimes I would improvise materials for my daughter to understand her lessons in school especially in Mathematics. Sometimes I even think of homeschooling her. I wish we live in Metro Manila. It looks like there are more choices out there.
Recently I've been reading books written by Dr. Maria Montessori. She wrote those books almost a century ago but her works can still be applied in the present era. These progressive schools you're talking about are somewhat very similar to her Montessori school. I hope parents get the chance to read about her too. The other important figure in childhood education is Rudolf Steiner(Waldorf School).

By the way, would you categorize Montessori (authentic ones) and Waldorf schools as progressive?

do progressive schools prepare kids for big schools?

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Submitted by bheck on April 20, 2010 - 23:51.

Hi moms!
Please bear with me as I am just a beginner.
I am considering enrolling my son to a learning center (Cradle to Crayons Learning Center). Is this considered a progressive school? Their curriculum is pretty much not the traditional one. I am interested to know if such schools would prepare kids to enroll to big schools like Ateneo. Thanks!

Cradle to Crayons Learning Center

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Michelle (not verified) on May 22, 2010 - 22:39.

Cradle to Crayons? If this is the one in Marcelo Green...GO FOR IT!!! Ciara is heading over to La Salle Zobel now for Sr. Prep...previously, she was at CTCLC for Jr. Prep. I wish I had found this school earlier. I can't thank them enough for the attention that they gave our daughter. Ciara's skills, cognitive, social, physical, emotional....all grew by leaps and bounds! Big school test? No prob. Teacher Jill worked with us to get her ready. And yes, it is a progressive school...and very individualized. You won't regret enrolling your child there.

Cradles to Crayons Learning Center

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Michelle (not verified) on May 22, 2010 - 22:38.

Cradle to Crayons? If this is the one in Marcelo Green...GO FOR IT!!! Ciara is heading over to La Salle Zobel now for Sr. Prep...previously, she was at CTCLC for Jr. Prep. I wish I had found this school earlier. I can't thank them enough for the attention that they gave our daughter. Ciara's skills, cognitive, social, physical, emotional....all grew by leaps and bounds! Big school test? No prob. Teacher Jill worked with us to get her ready. And yes, it is a progressive school...and very individualized. You won't regret enrolling your child there.

hi... that was my concern

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by mae (not verified) on May 2, 2010 - 11:33.

hi... that was my concern before too. then i found a school in Katipunan (Casa de Bambini). It's a traditional school but with progressive approach. I enrolled my son two years ago for Kindergarten and passed the exam in La Salle for Grade 1. He'll be in Grade 2 this coming school year.. still in LSGH.

any progressive school near SM Fairview

Submitted by karlim on March 7, 2010 - 22:29.

...my 7-yr old son changes school every year for the past 4 years. i was looking for 'something' in a school and just soooo tired i may find it until i stumbled on this site, thanks to mom exchange.
would appreciate very much if you could possibly refer to me any progressive schools near SM Fairview.
super thanks!!!

PROGRESSIVE EDUCATION (Singapore Maths/Science)

banwah's picture
Submitted by banwah on March 5, 2010 - 14:14.

Would any parents be interested to enrol their kids for Progressive Maths / Science Tutorial?
We also have Progressise Seminal onto Singapore Maths / Sc for parents / guardians who would like to have a better idea onto it.
Conducted by trained school teacher from Singapore itself.
If so, please contact us at either 4673216, 09178013545 or banwah@singnet.com.sg

Pre Schools in Mandaluyong

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 15, 2010 - 20:27.

Hi! My daughter is turning 3 this May. Appreciate feedback on good schools in Mandaluyong. Thanks!

You might want to try out

alyspice75's picture
Submitted by alyspice75 on April 17, 2010 - 19:04.

You might want to try out Milestone Preschool. It's not in Mandaluyong but it's quite near because it's just in San Juan. My daughter went there last year and she has definitely bloomed into a very sociable and smart child! She used to be afraid of people, always hiding behind us during birthday parties and even gatherings with relatives. But everything changed when she started to go to school! She also surprises us with the things that she knows! The school teaches the children not only academics but instills good values. They even teach environmental awareness to the kids. By the way, they also potty trained my daughter which is a relief for me and my husband!
We really love the school, and we appreciate how kind, loving and nurturing the teachers are.
check out milestonepreschool.com.ph

pre-schools in mandaluyong

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Submitted by Mom-Friday on February 18, 2010 - 11:55.

Explorations Pre-school on Araullo st. is one of the best I have checked out, they have 2 morning sessions and 1 afternoon session. I already reserved a slot for my daughter, also 3 y.o. TLC on Pilar St. is also a very good school, with 2 morning sessions. Yu Ming on Ideal st. is another one with very good reviews as well. Location of these 3 schools are all near (Puregold) Shaw Blvd.
Hope this helps.

I tried asking for the rate

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Maya (not verified) on July 12, 2010 - 11:20.

I tried asking for the rate but they wouldnt give it. Would you mind giving me an idea of how much they charge for the program? My son is also 3yo.

preschool

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 17, 2010 - 13:21.

There are a lot of pre schools around mandaluyong check out: Alphabet House 7220018 Maam Rita. your daughter will be in good hands...

List of traditional or progressive schools in QC

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 11, 2010 - 10:01.

My son is 5 years old and has been attending Nursery in a school near our place. He has been diagnosed with delayed speech but has been improving each day. He might have special needs but has been proven to adapt to a regular classroom. My husband and I plan to look for another school this year.

Any suggestions on traditional or progressive schools in QC? Thanks!

List of trad or progressive schools in QC

Mom-Friday's picture
Submitted by Mom-Friday on February 18, 2010 - 12:02.

hi, i highly recommend DML Montessori pre-school on 7th st. New Manila. It is a traditional school with Montessori application. My son is diagnosed with mild sensory processing disorder but can go to regular schools with small class size. He is now Prep in DML and he loves it there so much. The school is run by Catholic nuns and are very supportive of students with special needs. They accept anyone and don't discriminate. They offer Nursery, Kinder and Prep, students are 2 to 6 years old. You can call the directress, Sr. Nives Porlares at 7224979. Other schools in QC like The Nest and Child's Place also received good reviews.

OB Montessori

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 7, 2010 - 14:49.

hi..i plan to enroll my kids at ob montessori, both are pre-school ( 4yrs and 6yrs old) any feedbacks would definetly help my in my descision, plus does anyone here knows how much is enrollment there?

Please have your child

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by MIn (not verified) on March 18, 2010 - 10:51.

Please have your child assessed at OB Montessori. They have high standards for their Prep level (known as Advanced CASA), kids are asked to spell blending words (among others)and if your child fail to answer the set of questions correctly he/she will be recommended to take the Kinder level again. This happened to my son and i am having second thoughts in enrolling there. 75k per year exclusive of books & uniform.

ob montessori

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by happy neighbor (not verified) on April 13, 2010 - 10:18.

yes, definitely have your child assessed first. my neighbor's 4 yr old son had his interview and according to the mom, his enrollment was put on hold because he still couldn't write and his speech was still limited. the mom was very transparent in the application form that her son was a late talker and has only been talking for less than a year. although he was able to answer the alphabet, number & shape questions, he was not able to answer all the verbal questions because his speech was still limited and that he couldn't write yet. so, he has to attend the trial classes for a week for them to assess him further. i was quite surprised when my neighbor told me about it because i thought schools' main goal is to develop and educate a child and help them become productive, but it seems that they will only accept children who are already developed.

i really need to know..

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 7, 2010 - 01:52.

hi..any feedbacks about creative learning., humpy dumpy..,casa instruccion de montessori..and mulberry..all in kapitolyo pasig..or maybe u can recommend me a best progressive school near to this place..i really really need your suggestions..thanks a lot..:)

A HEADSTART CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by malou (not verified) on March 23, 2010 - 13:19.

hi this is malou i would recommend a progressive school in san rafael it'e a headstart child dev't ctr. go there and visit it's one of the good school in that area. (02) 6319548

i need your help..

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 7, 2010 - 01:37.

im having a problem looking for a best progressive school for my 5 yr. old girl and 3yr.old son...near kapitolyo, pasig..i need your suggestion guys..it will be a great help..thanks..

St Rafael St

jencct's picture
Submitted by jencct on February 7, 2010 - 07:35.

Hi I recall that a friend has a school on St Rafael St. Her name is Joanne Jesena. The school's name...I vaguely remember as St Rafael Learning Center (but I'm not sure). Hope this helps.

Jen

Update on Good Progressive School in Caloocan or Quezon City Are

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 2, 2010 - 18:57.

Hi,

Was looking for an alternative school for my kid near the Caloocan Grace Park area when I stumbled upon this thread. Read some of the post and it seems that "Early Achievers Learning Center" at Sgt Rivera, QC, is not so good an option anymore. Does anyone have a review of a school named Pace Academy also along Sgt Rivera?

Are there other schools in the Caloocan Grace Park area that anyone can recommend? Preferably w/ Chinese lessons and progressive style. If not Chinese at least Progressive style of teaching?

Thanks in Advance.

hi there, i'm also from

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 11, 2010 - 16:17.

hi there,

i'm also from caloocan area, as far as i know, there is no progressive style of teaching in that area, nearest would be meridian, it's around in mother ignacia, qc area, progressive daw ang teaching dun accdg. from a friend, i think they have chinese class too.

chinese school in cal / qc

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 10, 2010 - 21:31.

i would suggest grace christian high school. it's not progressive, though. it still uses the traditional method, but it's a really good school and they teach chinese. :)

Hi Admin, I checked the

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 2, 2010 - 19:04.

Hi Admin,

I checked the school reviews first but couldn't see reviews for Pace and ratings for other schools in the area, hope its ok if I posted my inquiry here. Sorry if I broke any rules, you may delete my post if I did so. Thanks.

Better Preschool in Project 3 Quezon City

pia.inductivo's picture
Submitted by pia.inductivo on January 13, 2010 - 17:01.

Hi' i'm new here, just want to know, what is the best preschool (progressive) in Project 3 Q.C.? Anyone?

John Dewey School for Children/ QC

pcvf17's picture
Submitted by pcvf17 on January 25, 2010 - 11:14.

I'm also from QC. My kids are enrolled in John Dewey for almost 3 years already and I could proudly say that every penny paid is worth it!

You can contact them at 9220020. Look for Teacher Rochelle Razo.

Best Regards,

Mommy Portia Frando-Dauz

The Bridge School's Open House

Submitted by pinktoeshoes on January 5, 2010 - 22:00.

For parents hunting for a school...

The school my son attends... The Bridge School... is holding their Open Houses in January and February.

For incoming Younger Preschool (kids 3.6-4.5 years old), it's gonna be held this Saturday, Jan 9, 930am, and for incoming Older Preschool (kids 4.6-5.5 years old) it'll be on Saturday, Jan 16, 930am.

For more info, check out their website, www.thebridgeschool.ph

Bridge school sucks

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by activemom (not verified) on March 25, 2010 - 17:29.

I seen Bridge School, the place sucks! Not so safe place for kids. You can see it yourself.

Bridge School

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by handsonmom (not verified) on March 27, 2010 - 12:50.

I'm very sorry to hear about your impression of The Bridge School, because you are the only one who has said that. My son has been in Bridge for two years and the environment is very good. The atmosphere encourages learning in a different approach, where kids have so much fun and studying is not a chore. You can see it in every Bridge-bred child, each of them having a passion for learning, not seen in kids from other preschools. A 4 year old Bridge kid can easily outread a 5 or 6 year old from nearby schools.

It is in a safe and gated subdivision, with enough room on campus for the kids to roam freely and discover nature. Because as we all know, learning is not just done in the classrooms but more knowledge is gained by experiencing the outdoors.

I would suggest that you arrange for a tour of the school to see it for yourself. Too bad that the school year has ended and you wont see the kids in action. It's different when you see them in their daily school activities, seeing how much fun they're actually having while learning. But you'll see it in their school work posted around the classrooms. It speaks much of the stuff these kids have absorbed at such a young age. Imagine 4 year old kids writing notes and letters to express themselves.

As a parent, i am very much impressed with my son's achievement at his age, his eagerness to learn and his outlook towards school. These years are the formative years, and it's important for every child to have this attitude for learning. Safety is an issue, which is a main priority for the school, and i am very confident that whenever my son is in Bridge, he is in a safe place.

pre-schools in frvw/commonwealth

jpfabs's picture
Submitted by jpfabs on January 5, 2010 - 15:23.

Hi moms! Do you recommend any schools in fairview/commonwealth area? My 3 y/o kid will be studying next SY 2010. Help! :D Thanks!

REACH International School

august10's picture
Submitted by august10 on December 3, 2009 - 16:28.

Hi everyone! Do you have any feedback about "REACH International School"? Thanks a million!

Hi! My 8 year old is on his

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by katrina69 (not verified) on March 14, 2010 - 15:25.

Hi! My 8 year old is on his 3rd year at REACH next school year and my 6 year old will be moving there next school year, too. It's a progressive, totally non-traditional school that banks on individual education and the child's personal pace. They have great social activities to balance off the one-on-one curriculum. I like it because my boy catches up without peer pressure. He's self-motivated. But like I said, this is no way the same as the conventional school set-up. Some parents like it, some don't. Check it out. REACH gives trial classes.

Reach too!

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Michelle (not verified) on March 17, 2010 - 13:06.

I was reading up on Reach as well...Already enrolled my daughter at Zobel for this year...but I like the philosophy that they put up in their website.I was reading some other blogs and they said the tuition was about P150,000. Can someone confirm this?

Reach IS

august10's picture
Submitted by august10 on March 15, 2010 - 17:38.

May I know how much is the tuition fee in REACH? Thanks a million!

traditional vs. progressive schools

garlic's picture
Submitted by garlic on November 8, 2009 - 20:06.

Hi mommies I'm a newbie here and have been reading your posts for two days now.
I've been seriously thinking about transferring my two kids, aged 6 and 3 to a progressive school next schoolyear. They're both enrolled in a Chinese traditional school this year. (Btw, the school claimed to be part traditional part progressive when I asked them about their curriculum before, but it turns out, upon observation that they're not really progressive but traditional).

I live in Sta. Cruz and I'm having a hard time looking for a good progressive school near our place. Two of my friends are suggesting COLF or the Community of Learners Foundation in VAlencia Q.C. , Waldorf in Heroes Hill or OB Montessori.

Kindly help me by posting your insights on these three schools konti lang kasi ang narinig ko about them and if you have any idea regarding the tuition fees please please help me.

thanks and more power to moms exchange!

COLF

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 18, 2010 - 12:54.

We have heard good things about the quality of education at COLF. According to our sources, their kids are learning without the stress. Tuition fee is around 60K. Based on recommendations, we visited the school and noticed that the children are independent, speak good english, seem confident, etc. My children enjoyed the way the teachers conduct the lesson [the prospective new students are allowed to sit-in the class]. However, we're hoping that the school will consider the improvement and proper maintenance of the classrooms, canteen, restrooms and all the other facilites of the school.

Re: Traditional vs Progressive Schools

cute_alala's picture
Submitted by cute_alala on October 27, 2009 - 10:24.

Any mommy living in Pasig area? Do you know the Parkwood Playschool in Legaspi Ave., Maybunga, Pasig City? Is it a good school? thanks!

Re: Re: Traditional vs Progressive Schools

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 6, 2010 - 12:09.

hi! my son and daughter studied at parkwoodplayschool.i guarantee you its a very good progressive school.My children are very good in communicatng their ideas and they are able to analyze things beyond what I expect of them. My son is now grade 1 and my daughter is about to graduate now.

Re: Traditional vs Progressive Schools

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on October 12, 2009 - 10:50.

looking for a pre-school or
learning center in global,city

Re: Traditional vs Progressive

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by mae (not verified) on May 2, 2010 - 12:10.

hello! Just want to comment re Traditional vs Progressive. I think both approaches work for kids. But why don't we look for a school with integrated curriculum. There are schools which have both approaches. Kids need a progressive approach so they will enjoy school but Traditional approach is needed as well to prepare them for the "big" school. Thanks. Hope this may help...

Reggio Emilia schools

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on October 11, 2009 - 20:32.

Hi!

I'm a mom with a 2year old daughter. I've been searching the web for preschools using the Reggio Emilia approach but I have been unsuccessful. Do you know of any schools (preferably within Paranaque and Alabang) that teach the Reggio Emilia approach?

Thanks!
Michelle

Reggio Emilia School

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Grace (not verified) on May 12, 2010 - 20:39.

Hi. There's one inside Greenwoods Exec. Village. I sent my son there for 2 years and it has been great for him. The name is Reggio Preschoolhouse. If i remember it correctly the tel no. is 6436620. Last year's tuition was around 40k

Reggio Emilia School

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on October 13, 2009 - 14:18.

Hi, I wonder what is Reggio Emilia Method is? Tnx.

Colegio San Agustin Makati

emsa0723's picture
Submitted by emsa0723 on September 10, 2009 - 14:27.

Hi there! Any feedback on Colegio San Agustin Makati. I want to enroll my son there for kinder... thanks

Registered?

banwah's picture
Submitted by banwah on October 31, 2009 - 20:50.

Had you registered your son there?
I feel that the school is ok.

Learning tree preschool

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on September 2, 2009 - 14:32.

Any mommies have feedback on the Learning Tree Preschool in Cubao, Quezon City?

The Learning Tree

fizzy1's picture
Submitted by fizzy1 on January 6, 2010 - 01:16.

TLT is a wonderful preschool, using a progressive developmental approach. My son has had 3 wonder-filled happy years there. It is child-centered, the teachers are great and highly competent (many graduated from UP FLCD), the facilities are ok (lots of learning materials & space to move around), the curriculum responds to preschoolers' developmental needs (academic, emotional, social, physical, etc.), and learning is not limited to the classrooms. Go and visit the school and you will see active, confident, happy children: for them, school is fun, fun, fun!! Their graduates easily get into (even excel in) 'big' traditional schools, but for The Learning Tree, that is not what is important: it is nurturing your child's full potentials. And isnt that what we want at this crucial stage of our children's lives?

Re: The Learning Tree

Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous on February 8, 2010 - 16:16.

Thanks fizzy1. The TLT preschool in Cubao is far from our place, but we are strongly considering TLT Sikatuna for grade school.

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