CEKT – CEREHARD – EDUCATIONAL PLAN

„We know that learning is synonymous with development, and to reach one’s full potential, at CEKT, we aim to cultivate continuous learning and growth. Therefore, we offer our students a safe, creative, and stimulating environment in which they can discover themselves and work on their talents. We emphasize metacognition, awareness of thinking processes, and the understanding of cognitive patterns, precisely to cultivate a physical and emotional safe space.”

– Monica Cojan, Founder of Knowledge Tree Center

Vision

We see a world where empowered adults confidently exercise their talents and generate positive changes in our society.

Values

Emotional well-being, uniqueness, autonomy, transdisciplinarity, awareness, flexibility, adaptability.

Mission

We provide a dynamic learning environment where students develop their creativity, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and a lifelong love for learning. There is continuous communication and observation focused on the needs, questions, and concerns of the students. Once identified, these are discussed by mentors with the intention of developing a comprehensive transdisciplinary plan that addresses and engages these interests and needs across all subjects studied during that week or even throughout a semester.

Goal

Through intuitive pedagogy aligned with the Cambridge Curriculum, we prepare future adults to become conscious, autonomous, innovative, and capable of generating positive changes, both for themselves and for the community.

Core Principles of Intuitive Pedagogy

  • Child-Centered Learning: Tailor education to individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
  • Holistic Development: Address intellectual, emotional, social, physical, and creative growth.
  • Experiential Learning: Emphasize learning through experience, play, and hands-on activities.
  • Flexibility: Adapt teaching methods to the evolving needs of students.
  • Emotional Safety: Create a nurturing environment where children feel secure to express themselves and take risks.

Our Curriculum

We structured our subjects based on both the Romanian and the British-Cambridge curriculum. We seek to provide children with access to an alternative education, with an international outlook and the possibility to study and apply their knowledge within the country. We combine elements of traditional exercises in notebooks with creativity, practical application, and discussion of what has been learned.

For primary and middle school classes, we need to impart working systems that include order, clarity of ideas, sufficient repetitions and reviews for all students, organization, and strategic thinking in approaching any task.

Academic Subjects

  • English: Reading, writing, speaking & listening skills.
  • Mathematics: Numbers, geometry, data handling, problem-solving.
  • Science: Enquiry, life processes, materials, physics.
  • Global Perspectives: Research, collaboration, critical thinking.
  • Arts: Visual arts, music, drama.
  • Physical Education: Physical health, teamwork, individual activities.
  • Life Skills: Emotional intelligence, critical thinking, social skills.

Teaching Methods

  • Project-Based Learning
  • Inquiry-Based Learning
  • Collaborative Learning
  • Tailored Instruction
  • Outdoor Learning

Assessment and Evaluation

  • Formative Assessment: Continuous observation and feedback.
  • Summative Assessment: Projects, presentations, and tests.
  • Self-Assessment: Encourage self-reflection and growth.
  • Portfolio Development: Collect samples of work.

Teacher Roles and Professional Development

  • Facilitators of Learning: Support rather than direct learning.
  • Mentors: Exhibit positive behavior and attitudes.
  • Continuous Learners: Engage in professional development.

Classroom Environment

  • Flexible seating
  • Learning stations
  • Resourceful and safe spaces

Parental and Community Involvement

  • Regular communication
  • Community partnerships
  • Volunteer opportunities

Extracurricular Activities

  • Field Trips
  • Special Events

Implementation Plan

  1. Initial Assessment
  2. Curriculum Development
  3. Teacher Training
  4. Resource Allocation
  5. Monitoring and Feedback

Alignment to Cambridge Standards

  • Structured Learning Outcomes
  • Progression
  • Assessment
  • Resources