ReFocus is the UK network of early childhood educators, artists and othersinfluenced in their practice by the preschools of Reggio Emilia

This is the UK early childhood information and discussion forum for those engaged in developing provision with reference to the work of the Reggio Emilia preschools. Anyone can join. Some of our members are:               

• Educators
• Artists
• Architects
• Parents

It is an arena for sharing insights, experiences and information that will support children's exploration and learning. Here is our current principles and practice discussion paper, 'Compasses & Tools' for you to download. Please join - we look forward to hearing from you.

You will need your username and password to access most areas of the Refocus website.

To join ReFocus you can apply on line or download application form                                                    

Click here to download an application form

To apply on line click on purple box on left hand side

 

The strategic aim of Sightlines/ReFocus is to become a national centre for innovation and expertise in early years' education through a research and development programme of projects, training and evaluation, offering exemplars of good practice and sharing them nationally and internationally.

 

The ReFocus Advisory meets every 12 weeks. The role of the advisory is to advise and steer the direction of Sightlines Initiative and the ReFocus Network. They are a group of highly committed and experienced individuals who act as champions for Sightlines and offer their support voluntarily. Advisory members are drawn from the field of early years education including government officers, artists, lecturers, LA advisers, consultants, headteachers and inspectors. The Advisory is in essence a thinking and dialogue group who work together to exchange information and ideas supporting the development of a creative and reflective pedagogy in the UK.

Andrea Sully- Learning, Research and Development Adviser, North Somerset.
Cynthia Knight-Manager St Thomas Early Excellence Centre, Birmingham.
Elaine Mason - Project manager, House of Objects Creative Recycling centre.
Kate Gooding- Early Years Consultant.
Mary Jane Drummond -Author and Researcher.
Penny Hay- Director of Research 5×5×5=creativity.
Professor Peter Moss- Thomas Coram Institute, London.
Sally Jaeckle -Regional Adviser for Foundation Stage – South West.
Solveig Morris- Educational Consultant, London.
Sue Bainbridge- Former Nursery Headteacher, Cambridge.
Jo Barr Headteacher-St Benedict’s Infant School, Birmingham.
Liz Elders-Early Years Consultant, mentor 5x5x5=creativity.
Debi Keyte Hartland- Artist/Educator.
Helen Moylett-Senior Director National Strategies.
Chris Merrick-Early years consultant.
Sarah Chicken- University Lecturer (UWE)