What is Froebel Education?

Froebel College of Education, Sion Hill, established by the Dominican Congregation, is one of the five Colleges in the Republic of Ireland recognised by the Department of Education and Skills for the training and education of national school teachers. For students who are currently enrolled, Froebel College, along with St Mary's College, Marino and Church of Ireland College of Education, Rathmines is associated with the University of Dublin, Trinity College, which awards the degree of Bachelor in Education (B.Ed.) and the Higher Diploma in Education (Primary Teaching). Beginning with the first year B.Ed. entry class of September 2010 and for future Higher Diploma students, Froebel College's courses and degrees will be accredited by NUI Maynooth. Classes will be taught on the Froebel Blackrock campus until September 2013, when Froebel College moves to NUI Maynooth.

Froebel Education is associated with progressive child-centred education. It seeks to foster quality teaching and learning, creativity, integration and sound practical classroom management in whatever situations teachers work with children.

Who was Froebel?

Froebel College of Education takes its name from the 19th century German educator, and founder of Kindergarten, Friedrich Froebel (1782 - 1852). He advocated reverence for the child, learning through activity, exploration of the environment, enjoyment of beauty in all its manifestations and acceptance of the gifts of each individual.