Everything Old is New Again: The Cortland Approach

The Cortland Approach is a teaching and learning style that uses science and best practice to honor the sanctity of life and childhood in an urban, mixed-age context. Cortland Approach believes in “love first, teach second”, that every child is a citizen from birth, and that a child’s mind unfurls in its own unique and beautiful timing and manner. Cortland Approach connects families, educators, educarers, and children to form joyful and wholesome communities.

Learn from our decade of hands-on experimentation, facilitation, and practice—our blog archives are here for your pleasure and enjoyment.

With love to all from Amy Marie Ewaldt, MAT & the many amazing educators of Cortland Preschool, Chicago