Florida

Florida’s early childhood education system prioritizes school readiness, safety, and inclusion. The state’s Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK) provides free access to early education for all four-year-olds, making it one of the largest programs of its kind in the nation. Private preschools such as “Pine Crest School”, “North Broward Preparatory School”, and “Miami Country Day School” are well-regarded for their rigorous academic standards, STEAM-based learning, and bilingual programs aimed at developing well-rounded, globally aware individuals.

Significant Institution: College of Central Florida – Offers early childhood education programs aimed at training professionals to support young learners effectively.

Notable Paper: “Research on Gifted Education in Florida” – A study focusing on advanced education techniques for gifted children.

マイアミ

フロリダ州の幼児教育は、学校準備、安全性、インクルージョンを優先しています。州の「Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK)」は、4歳児すべてに無料で提供されるプログラムで、全米最大規模の一つです。有名な私立幼稚園として「パインクレスト・スクール」、「ノース・ブロワード・プレパラトリー・スクール」、「マイアミ・カントリーデイ・スクール」 があり、厳格な学術基準、STEAM学習、バイリンガルプログラムで知られています。

重要な機関: カレッジ・オブ・セントラルフロリダ – 幼児教育プログラムを提供し、幼児学習を支援する専門家の育成に努めています。

有名な論文: 「フロリダにおけるギフテッド教育研究」 – ギフテッド教育の先端技術に関する研究。

Atlanta

Atlanta offers a blend of public and private early childhood education options, with a strong emphasis on literacy, character development, and cultural heritage. Public programs like “Atlanta Public Schools’ Early Learning” provide early education services to thousands of children through various centers. Prestigious private institutions such as “The Suzuki School” , “Primrose School of Buckhead”, and “The Paideia School”  emphasize holistic child development by integrating music, arts, bilingual programs, and social-emotional learning.

Significant Influencer: Booker T. Washington – His “Atlanta Compromise” speech (1895) emphasized education and economic success for African Americans, which deeply impacted early childhood education in the region.