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Teach with heart. Inspire for life.

Explore resources that transform Pestalozzi’s values into everyday learning experiences.

Theory to Practice

The revolutionary ideas of Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi (1746–1827) continue to inspire education worldwide. His emphasis on child-centred, heart-led, holistic education and on developing altruism, Pestalozzi's ideas are now more relevant and more needed than ever.

At the heart of our work is Pestalozzi’s Educational Approach and Fundamental Beliefs. Our aim is to apply his values to today’s challenges in education and society, and to shape a more just, inclusive, and empathetic future.

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Transforming Education for a Better Future

We are dedicated to exploring and advancing the Pestalozzi Educational Approach, applying its core principles to today's educational and societal challenges. Our mission is to support educators and changemakers in creating learning environments that are inclusive, purpose-driven, and human-centred.

Our Approach: Past and Present
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Pestalozzi Educational Philosophy

Learn about the foundations of Pestalozzi's pedagogy and how it remains vital to progressive education today.

Why Pestalozzi?

 

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The Pestalozzi International Toolkit

Access our collection of experiential learning resources, teaching strategies, and classroom activities aligned with holistic and values-based education.

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Thought Leadership and Collaboration

Read insights, articles, and opinion pieces from global educators and contributors who are rethinking education for the 21st century. We welcome partnerships with like-minded organisations, researchers, and practitioners.

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Who are our resources for?

Our site is a growing hub for: 

Educators seeking to integrate holistic and heart-led learning in their teaching


Parents and caregivers interested in child development and character education


Academic researchers exploring progressive pedagogies


Nonprofits and NGOs focused on education reform and child wellbeing


Education policymakers and thought leaders

With your support, we can create a future that prioritises wellbeing, equity, and lifelong learning, a future inspired by Pestalozzi’s timeless ideals.
 

Be Part of the Change

No profession on earth [apart from teaching] calls for a deeper understanding of human nature, nor for greater skill in guiding it properly.

Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi