NAREA Global Learning Journeys

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A Unique Exploration of Global Early Childhood Education

After 20 years designing and producing professional learning conferences in collaboration with hosts from 44 cities within the United States and Canada, NAREA is expanding into the wider global community. Global Learning Journeys build on our commitment to honor and highlight diverse cultures and forward-thinking early childhood education.

Participants will experience engaging lectures, participatory workshops, and insightful visits to local early education centers throughout the world. By engaging in meaningful discussions and observing innovative practices, participants will gain a richer, expanded perspective. Global Learning Journeys not only broaden professional insight but also inspire renewed dedication for transformative early childhood education.

 

Pistoia: April 13–16 | Stockholm: April 21–24, 2026

Stockholm, Sweden

April 21–24, 2026

 

4-DAY PROGRAM
Tuesday–Friday

$2400 (NON-MEMBERS) or $2200 (MEMBERS)

Since the 1970s, educators in Sweden have enjoyed a long exchange with Reggio Emilia. In 1993, the Reggio Emilia Institutet was established to support a form of learning based on investigation and participation in dialogue at the local, national, and international level. The institute organizes wide-ranging educational initiatives that have led to the development of practice across Sweden, through the inspiration and knowledge of the hundred languages of children, pedagogical documentation, cooperative learning, reflecting and investigating, and research.

 

Key Details

Arrival: Monday, April 20
Departure: Saturday, April 25

 

Lodging

For lodging options near the Reggio Emilia Institutet and delightful local restaurants, check out the Visit Stockholm website.

 

Key Locations

Reggio Emilia Institutet
Gjörwellsgatan 18, 112 60 Stockholm | Sweden

 

Airport Details

Stockholm Arlanda Airport
190 45 Stockholm-Arlanda | Sweden

 

Bus & Rail Details

Info coming soon…

 

Recommended Reading

Read about the 2024 Global Learning Journey to Sweden

 

FAQs

Info coming soon…

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PROGRAM INCLUDES

  • Lectures, discussion groups, and workshops
  • School visits
  • Interpretation services
  • Meeting virtually pre- and post-trip

Registration Details

  • Registration closes when capacity is reached or on February 21, 2026 (60 days out).
    • Total group size will not exceed 20
  • Do not book flights prior to registration confirmation.
  • Further details can be found in NAREA’s Terms and Conditions Form.
  • Already registered? It’s time to complete your Travel Form!

Payment Details

  • Fee (non-members): $2400
  • Total cost (paid members): $2200
  • $1000 deposit due at registration
  • Balance due February 21, 2026

 

Pistoia, Italy

April 13–16, 2026

 

4-DAY PROGRAM
Monday–Thursday

$1600 (NON-MEMBERS) or $1450 (MEMBERS)

In Pistoia, the culture of the child is closely tied to the culture of the community, the culture of its citizenry, and the history of the city. In 1964, the municipaIity of Pistoia opened its first preschool, and in 1972, the city opened the first infant-toddler center. The first AreaBambini (children’s area) was opened in 1987. Currently in Pistoia, there are seven preschools, six infant-toddler centers, and four AreaBambini that are managed directly by the municipality.

 

Key Details

Arrival: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Departure: Friday, April 17, 2026

 

Lodging

Participants are responsible for their own lodging.
Visit these links to find a location convenient to the municipal education department and local restaurants:
Visit Pistoia, Discover Tuscany, Lonely Planet/Pistoia

 

Key Locations

Municipal Education Department (Servicio Educazione e Istruzione)
Via dei Pappagalli, 29, 51100 | Pistoia, Italy

 

Airport Details

Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport
Via del Termine, 11, 50127 | Firenze, Italy
Pistoia is about 20 miles west.

 

Bus & Rail Details

To learn about train service from Florence to Pistoia, visit ItaliaRail website.
Information regarding bus service will be provided to participants.

 

Recommended Reading

Read about the 2025 Global Learning Journey to Pistoia.

 

FAQs

Review FAQs for more information.

Register Now

 

PROGRAM INCLUDES

  • Visiting preschools, infant-toddler centers, and children’s areas
  • Meeting with municipal early childhood pedagogical coordinator and teachers
  • Meeting virtually pre-trip
  • Interpretation services
  • Group luncheon

Registration Details

  • Registration closes when capacity is reached or on February 12, 2026 (60 days out).
    • Total group size will not exceed 25
  • Do not book flights prior to registration confirmation.
  • Further details can be found in NAREA’s Terms and Conditions Form.
  • Already registered? It’s time to complete your Travel Form!

Payment Details

  • Fee (non-members): $1600
  • Fee (paid members): $1450
  • $1000 deposit due at registration
  • Balance due February 12, 2026

 

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