In the small, historic city of Reggio Emilia in Northern Italy, the sense of pride is only heightened this week when a major royal pays a visit, with the global media travelling in her wake.
Catherine isn’t Italy’s princess. The pride comes from the way the Princess of Wales is expected to shine her formidable spotlight on Wednesday upon one of the city’s crown jewels – a revolutionary, and much-imitated approach to preschool education.
The Reggio Emilia Approach is more philosophy than method. First developed after World War II, it’s become nearly as defining for the town as the local cheese Parmigiano Reggiano.
The emphasis is on creativity, relationships, and hands-on discovery – all themes Catherine has spearheaded with her own work through the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood. It’s a neat fit for this first overseas visit Catherine will make since being diagnosed with cancer more than two years ago.
An aide to the Princess of Wales described the visit as “an important step in the Princess’ recovery journey,” adding “she takes great joy from this work.”
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