NAREA Reggio Emilia Study Groups

Study Group Experiences

Professional Learning in Reggio Emilia, Italy

Study groups typically include several presentations from the work of children and adults in the municipal infant-toddler centers and preschools, atelier experiences, cultural options, and visits to the infant-toddler centers and preschools. The only place to encounter a Reggio Emilia school is in the city of Reggio Emilia where the political, cultural, social, and educational dimensions are woven together.

 

 

Reggio Emilia, Italy
May 23–29, 2026
5-DAYS / 6-NIGHTS, Saturday–Friday

Single Room: $3,150 | Double Room: $2,850

(Paid NAREA members receive a $100 discount)

 

Children and Adults Researching in the Daily Life

NAREA is collaborating with Reggio Children to offer a study group experience in Reggio Emilia focusing on the interconnected values, principles, attitudes, research, and experiences that have come to characterize Reggio Emilia’s approach to early education.

 

Key Details

Check-in: Saturday, May 23, 2026 (afternoon)
Cultural experience: Sunday, May 24
Program begins: Monday, May 25
Program concludes: Thursday, May 28 (afternoon)
Check-out: Friday, May 29 (morning)

 

Lodging

6 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel in the city center

 

Key Locations

Loris Malaguzzi International Center
Viale Ramazzini, 72/A | 42125 Reggio Emilia, Italy

 

Bologna

Airport Details

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Via del Triumvirato, 84 | 40132 Bologna BO, Italy
Reggio Emilia is about 40 miles away

Bus & Rail Details

Marconi Express Airport TrainLinks the Bologna Airport to Bologna Central train station
Omio Bus or TrainLinks the Bologna Central train station to Reggio Emilia train station

 

Milan

Airport Details

Milan Malpensa Airport
21010 Ferno | Province of Varese, Italy
Reggio Emilia is about 125 miles away

Bus & Rail Details

Malpensa Airport TransportationVarious options for getting to Reggio Emilia
Malpensa AirportThe official Malpensa Airport website

 

Required Reading

Participants are expected to have read:
Charter of Services, Indications, Historical Notes and General Information

 

FAQs

Review FAQs for more information.

 

PROGRAM INCLUDES

  • Meeting with teachers, pedagogistas, and atelieristas of the infant-toddler centers and preschools
  • Visiting preschools and infant-toddler centers of the Municipality of Reggio Emilia Istituzione*
    • *Visiting is contingent upon the health conditions at the time of our visit
  • Engaging with ateliers
  • Discussing and reflecting with others
  • Participating in cultural encounters

Fees Cover

  • Reggio Children tuition
  • 6-nights lodging (no tuition only option)
    • Check-in on Saturday, May 23rd to check-out on Friday, May 29th
  • When required by the program, bus transportation and English/Italian translation
  • Daily coffee breaks and buffet lunches at Pause restaurant, located inside the International Center
  • Certificate of participation
  • Organizational services provided by NAREA

Registration Details

  • Registration closes when capacity is reached or on March 24, 2026 (60 days out).
  • 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

  • Total cost single room: $3,150
  • Total cost double room: $2,850
  • Paid NAREA members receive a $100 discount

How Do I Register?

Return all downloaded and completed forms to narea@reggioalliance.org
If you have any questions, please reach out to our office.

 

Individual

Step 1

Register online

Step 2

Verify receipt of confirmation from NAREA (this will arrive by email within 7 days)

Step 3

Download the NAREA Travel Form, complete and return

 

Group of 4 or less

Step 1

Download either this member form or non-member form, complete, and return

Step 2

Verify receipt of confirmation from NAREA (this will arrive by email within 7 days)

Step 3

Download the NAREA Travel Form and have each individual complete and return.
Your registration will not be finalized until this form is submitted by each person in the group.

 

Group of 5 or more

Step 1

Download either this member form or non-member form.
Download the group spreadsheet. Complete both documents and return.

Step 2

Verify receipt of confirmation from NAREA (this will arrive by email within 7 days)

 

 

A glimpse of a study group in Reggio Emilia

 

 

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