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The Heart of Rituals in ECE

Creating an early years environment with a feeling like home. A guide for teachers.

$99 per person - $299 per team
Learn at your own pace, when you can from any device. No time limits. 

Rituals are the fuel for play

You can’t play on empty. In this inspiring session, we explore the why, how, and what of bringing meaningful rituals into your programme. When children feel emotionally safe and secure, they enter “play heaven” — a space where imagination and authenticity thrive.

Predictable spaces, rhythms, and rituals help children and families feel anchored and ‘held’ by both the people and the place. The richness of play is directly connected to the richness of ritual. A loved-up child will potter, tinker, and explore deeply when they feel nurtured, known, and safe.

Rituals are the safety container that allow children to rest in the familiar and bravely reach for the unknown. They may forget what they did or said, but they’ll never forget how your place made them feel. 

Created By

The Heart School

Skill Level

Suitable for beginners to experienced educators

In this course we will explore;

  • What are rituals?
  • Why are they important?
  • How do they influence children's play?
  • What do you plan for in your programme?
  • Learn about the different aspects of ritual, routine and rhythm. 
  • What dominates your programme? 
  • How can you make your programme and setting more authentic, meaningful and joyful?

Join us on this heartfelt journey of building trust — through the simple, sacred art of everyday ritual.
Certificate of completion provided for your professional learning records
Your teachers

Meet Anja and Kimberley

We are two early childhood teachers based in New Zealand and the founders of The Heart School.

We have decades of experience as teachers on the floor and owners/managers of our own early childhood settings.

We practice from, with and for the heart. Join us on the heart path. Draw from our experience and dive into our resources!

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