whole-child education

noun
UK /həʊl tʃaɪld ˌedʒʊˈkeɪʃən/
US /hoʊl tʃaɪld ˌedʒəˈkeɪʃən/

A way of teaching that helps kids learn with their brains, bodies, and feelings all together.

Her school uses whole-child education, so they care about her art and her friendships, not just her math tests.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teaching approach that includes music, sports, and feelings along with reading and math.

Whole-child education means the school day has time for recess and art, not only spelling.

3. A school philosophy that helps every part of a child grow, including kindness and health.

The principal explained that whole-child education helps students become good people, not just good test-takers.

4. Learning that supports a child's mind, body, and heart at the same time.

Teachers who believe in whole-child education ask how students feel before starting a lesson.