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New Growth

Teaching Philosophy


“The playing adult steps sideward into another reality;
the playing child advances forward to new stages of mastery.” 
-Erik H. Erikson
California blooming like crazy after months of non-stop rains. Even deserts are covered wi
During my 8 years teaching preschool, 6 years collaborating with families in San Diego through my business, Ferril’s Pop-Ins, and my 3 years working with students in San Diego through programs at UCSD, my teaching philosophy has maintained a focus community, creativity, flexibility, and approachable challenge as core elements of meaningful learning.

Core Principles

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