The Dibber Curriculum

Playful Learning, Interactions and Holistic Development

Children interact with the world with their whole self engaging their minds, bodies, senses and emotions. When we look at the child's development as a whole, where all parts of the mind and body affect each other, we call it "holistic development."

A holistic view of development and learning aims to see the whole child the whole day and leads the way to mastery and self-efficacy.

Research into the development of brain architecture affirms that all areas of development are intertwined in a child's brains and behaviors. (Harvard University, 2015) Therefore, at Dibber, we facilitate learning experiences that ensure children are using their minds, bodies, senses, and emotions in social interactions with others.

We create opportunities for them to seek, wonder, explore, and learn in a flexible and adaptable physical environment that allows them to develop in all areas.

Dibber takes pride in its Norwegian heritage and offers a globally applicable Norwegian curriculum, which can be easily tailored to various international settings.

Society and Values

We learn about positive interaction, fellowship, and our roles within a society. represented by a learning friend called Hearty Howard

Language and Literacy

We develop our communication skills and learn to work with written and spoken texts. Represented by a learning friend called Rhyming Roger

Math

We look into numbers and counting, shapes and sizes, sequences, and interrelationships. Represented by a learning friend called Counting Connie

Nature and Science

We inquire into natural phenomena, physical laws, and technology in our world. represented by a learning friend called Woody Woo

Creativity and Art

We experience the joy of being creators through fantasy, imagination, and innovation. represented by a learning friend called Color Paletta

Motion & Health

In motion and health, we experience joy and mastery in motor skill challenges and healthy habits. Represented by Jumping Jack.

Play

Holistic development through active engagement in play activities, fostering critical thinking, social skills, creativity, and autonomy. Represented by Play Penny.