Based on helping the natural development of the human being

Children learn at their own pace and follow their own individual interest

Children teach themselves using materials specially prepared for the purpose

Child is an active participant in learning

Understanding comes through the child’s own experiences via the materials and the promotion of children’s ability to find things out for themselves

Learning is based on the fact that physical exploration and cognition are linked

Child can work where he/she is comfortable, move around and talk at will while not disturbing others

The teacher works in collaboration with the children

The child’s individual development brings its own reward and therefore motivation

Child works as long as he/she wishes on chosen project

Uninterrupted work cycles

Mixed age groups

Working and learning matched to the social development of the child

Shared emphasis on intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual development

Shared focus on the acquisition of academic, social, practical and life skills