Love as a pedagogical proposal
Learning is a journey that begins with affection. From the first days of life, it is through sight, touch, and attentive listening that a child discovers the world and feels a sense of belonging. The way they relate to others and the environment around them directly influences their desire to explore, investigate, and build knowledge.
At A.Mar, we believe that education must be, above all, a human experience. Love isn't just found in visible gestures of affection, but in the way we respect each child's individuality, recognizing their pace and rhythm, and building trusting relationships. Learning is a living process, and emotional security is what allows it to happen authentically.
Affection as a basis for autonomy
Uma criança que se sente acolhida tem coragem para ser autônoma. A confiança que se estabelece na relação com o educador e com o grupo permite que ela se expresse, tome decisões e compreenda que suas escolhas têm impacto no coletivo. No A.Mar, a escuta ativa e o respeito às emoções das crianças criam um ambiente onde elas não apenas aprendem, mas também participam, questionam e colaboram.
Ao invés de um ensino baseado apenas em instruções, cultivamos a curiosidade e a liberdade. Aqui, a autonomia não significa caminhar sozinho, mas saber que há uma rede de apoio que encoraja cada passo. O aprendizado acontece no encontro, no diálogo, na construção conjunta do conhecimento.
What does science tell us about affect and learning?
Neuroscience has shown that emotional bonds and a sense of belonging are essential for cognitive development. Research shows that children who grow up in safe and loving environments develop greater attention span, problem-solving, and socio-emotional skills.
Studies also show that positive emotions boost the brain's ability to create new connections and learn. The release of substances associated with well-being and motivation strengthens memory and knowledge retention.
When a child feels heard, respected, and encouraged, they not only learn more, but they learn better.
Educating with love means opening space for dialogue, embracing emotions, respecting childhood, and trusting that each child has a unique path to follow. At A.Mar, this is our commitment: an education that doesn't just teach content, but cultivates relationships, strengthens bonds, and prepares children for a world where learning is as human as they are.