Reddam House Waterfall launches an inspired Reggio Emilia digital landscapes and light atelier, a space where curiosity shines
Head of Early Learning School says the school's commitment is to nurture young learners in a vibrant, diverse environment for children aged 1 to 6 years.
Reddam House Waterfall Early Learning School officially launched its digital landscapes and light atelier, an immersive space inspired by the renowned Reggio Emilia approach from Italy.
Curated by atelierista Sarah Browne and championed by Dr Bev Evangelides, the head of the school, the atelier brings a decade-long dream to life.
The digital landscapes and light atelier is an extension of the school’s everywhere atelier, offering learners, teachers, and the community an opportunity to engage in exploration, research, and creativity.
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It is part of the school’s commitment to nurturing young learners in a vibrant, diverse environment for children aged 1 to 6 years.
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, the school emphasises exploration, critical thinking, and collaboration. Purpose-built facilities, including interconnected spaces and shared creative ateliers, foster interaction and curiosity.
Through this space, Reddam House Waterfall continues its commitment to innovative, child-centred education.
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Evangelides first envisioned a light atelier after attending a Reggio Children conference and experiencing the Ray of Light Atelier in Reggio Emilia, Italy.
“The natural curiosity of children was the true inspiration. This atelier is a place where light, shadows, and colour become sparks – igniting curiosity, dialogue, and creativity. I dreamed of a space where children’s curiosity could flourish – a place of light, colour, and shadows that inspires exploration,” said Evangelides.
Browne’s extensive research in Reggio Emilia, including time spent with Reggio Children’s atelierista Marco Spaggiari, directly informed the design and concept of this atelier. Working alongside architect Morné Schroeder of Fijn Architects and interior designer Joni Bruzzaniti, the team transformed an empty classroom into a multi-sensory space where children can explore light, colour, and digital landscapes.
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“This atelier is more than just a space; it is a context for inquiry, creativity, and self-expression. It allows children to engage with the 100 Languages – a core principle of the Reggio Emilia approach – expressing their understanding through various media,” said Browne.
Browne believes that light and digital tools are avenues through which learners can express their ideas, create stories, and explore their world in imaginative ways, engaging in the 100 Languages of expression.
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