The Resplandor Cooperative Educational Curriculum’s main purpose is “Early Childhood Development and Learning,” focusing on the holistic growth of infants and children from six months to five years old. This approach encompasses the social, cognitive, linguistic, physical, emotional, and ethical areas, as highlighted by the EEC guidelines. Based on the values ​​and principles of cooperativism—mutual aid, solidarity, democracy, responsibility, equality, and equity—we promote an inclusive and participatory learning environment. This environment allows each child to be recognized as a unique individual with their own needs and potential, fostering their sense of community and participation.

Our pedagogical approach incorporates developmentally appropriate practices, using play, exploration, and social interaction as fundamental tools. These practices are aligned with the EEC guidelines and promote the development of social and emotional skills, enabling children to build healthy relationships and face challenges with confidence and resilience.

Furthermore, we recognize the importance of involving families and the community in the educational process, strengthening shared responsibility for children’s education and well-being. This commitment to the community reflects our collective identity and ensures that cooperative values ​​are integrated into every aspect of child development.

Cooperative Values

1. Mutual Aid

Members support one another to achieve shared goals. No one advances alone; well-being is built collectively.

2. Responsibility

Each member takes an active and accountable role within the cooperative, fulfilling commitments and participating in decision-making.

3. Democracy

All members have a voice and a vote. Decisions are made in a fair, participatory, and representative way.

4. Equality

Everyone has the same value within the cooperative, regardless of gender, age, origin, beliefs, or economic status. All members have the same rights and opportunities.

 

5. Equity

Benefits and opportunities are distributed fairly. It is not about giving everyone exactly the same but about ensuring what is just based on contributions and needs.

6. Solidarity

Cooperatives are based on mutual support, empathy, and working together, both among members and between different cooperatives.

Ethical Values that Accompany Cooperative Values

7. Honesty

Acting with integrity, decency, and truthfulness in all actions.

8. Transparency

Sharing information clearly, completely, and without deception or ambiguity.

9. Social Responsibility

A commitment to the community, seeking to contribute to collective well-being and social development.

10. Concern for Others

Showing genuine interest in people, their needs, and their well-being, both inside and outside the cooperative.