Curriculum Models October 16 2024

Early Learning Programs
Early Learning Programs are child-centered play-based programs designed to provide

early stimulation and learning opportunities to children aged 0 to 4 years old.
Implemented through center-based, home-based, and alternative modes of delivery,
these programs aim to promote children’s holistic development anchored on their
developmental needs and interests. Its inclusive approach encompasses children with
developmental delays and disabilities, and those from Indigenous People’s Groups.
With a strong focus on integrated ECCD, Early Learning Programs strive to create a
foundation for lifelong learning for all children.
National Early Learning Curriculum

The National Early Learning Curriculum (NELC), developed by the ECCD Council,
focuses on the total development of children rooted in Developmentally Appropriate
Practice Core Considerations: Commonality, Individuality, and Context. Comprising
eight Learning Resource Packages (LRPs), the NELC provides a variety of suggested
learning experiences for the Infant-Toddler Early Development (ITED) Program and
Pre-Kindergarten Programs.
The NELC is specifically designed to guide ECCD service providers Child Development
Teachers (CDTs) and Child Development Workers (CDWs) in their roles and
responsibilities in Child Development Centers (CDCs). It provides them with the
knowledge and practice in creating and planning appropriate learning experiences
within an intentionally designed learning environment that all contribute to the holistic
development of children.
Center-based ECCD Programs

Infant-Toddler Early Development (ITED) Program
The Infant-Toddler Early Development (ITED) Program is designed to cater to children
aged 0 to 2 years old. In the Program, Child Development Teachers (CDTs) and Child
Development Workers (CDWs) provide infants and toddlers with a secure base for
exploration, learning, and discovery through learning experiences that are implemented
by their parents and caregivers who know them best and are responsible for growth and
development.
Implemented through once-a-week one-hour sessions, CDTs and CDWs provide
valuable guidance and orientation to parents and caregivers. Anchored on the principle
of responsiveness to children’s initiative, parents are equipped to support children’s
curiosity as well as implement developmentally appropriate and intentional activities at
home. Through this partnership between parents and CDTs and CDWs, and
interactions with children, parents and caregivers are empowered to take on the role of
the primary caregiver and educator of their children.
Pre-Kindergarten 1 (Pre-K1)
The Pre-Kindergarten 1 Program is tailored for children aged 3.0 to 3.11 years old.
Through regularly scheduled sessions, children engage in routines designed to target
the different development domains through play, exploration, and learning experiences.
CDTs and CDWs employ the National Early Learning Curriculum (NELC) to plan,
implement, and evaluate daily activities, using the children’s developmental needs and
interests as the basis. This ensures that the Program is developmentally appropriate for
childr
The Pre-Kindergarten 2 Program is designed for children aged 4.0 to 4.11 years old.
Implementing developmentally appropriate learning activities based on curricular
themes aligned with the Department of Education (DepEd) Kindergarten themes, the
Program aims to support the development of essential skills and competencies that
ensure children go through a smooth transition to kindergarten. Sessions follow a set
routine adapted to the developmental characteristic of each child and their interest and
incorporate play-based experiences that foster children’s independence.
Alternative Delivery Modes
Home-based ECCD Program
The Home-based ECCD Program is a learning initiative designed to reinforce parents
and caregivers as the primary caregivers and educators of their children. It caters to
children and families who face challenges in accessing center-based programs from
these different contexts: (1) areas in which existing centers are geographically far from
the child; (2) areas in which public transportation is unavailable, poor, and unsafe for
children; (3) areas affected by emergencies and/or natural calamities; (4) areas with the
presence of armed conflict; and (5) areas with highly congested centers, having a high
number of enrollees.
The Program is implemented in the following Four Phases:
 Phase 1, Support Parents as First Teachers, introduces parents to their critical

role as the primary educators of their children.
 Phase 2, Increase Parent Involvement, actively engages parents in their child’s
learning by becoming co-developers of learning experiences.
 Phase 3, Gain Progressive Parent Ownership, supports parents in taking on
more decision-making responsibilities based on their children’s needs and
interest in their educator.
 Phase 4, Establish Parent Independence, equips parents and caregivers with the
knowledge, skills, and confidence to guide their child’s education independently.
The Home-based ECCD Program aims to include homes as learning environments,
where parent-child relationships are fostered and strengthened while ensuring that
children receive a foundation for future learning and development.
Center-based Program in Alternative Venues (CBPAV)

The Center-Based Program in Alternative Venue (CBPAV) is an emergency response
strategy aimed at ensuring the uninterrupted implementation of early learning programs
for young children who are part of center-based programs. Designed to adapt to various
emergency contexts, CBPAV is guided by a flexible curriculum aligned with the National
Early Learning Curriculum (NELC). The curriculum considers the children’s family
environment and available resources, promoting and emphasizing a holistic approach to
learning and development. Alternative venues of the Program include homes and
temporary learning spaces within the community, ensuring that children’s learning
development continues amidst challenging circumstances.
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Early Learning Programs

Early Learning Programs are child-centered play-based programs designed to provide

National Early Learning Curriculum

Center-based ECCD Programs

The Program is implemented in the following Four Phases:

 Phase 1, Support Parents as First Teachers, introduces parents to their critical

Center-based Program in Alternative Venues (CBPAV)

Republic of the Philippines

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