Spring Hollow Early Learning Center

Specialties

At Spring Hollow Early Learning Center, children ages 2 ½ to 5 are encouraged to explore and express their understanding of the environment. Our program is inspired by the Reggio-​Emilia philosophy and takes place in a natural setting.

Our students are invited to experience their world through a variety of modes and expressions, including collage, dance, literature, nature, paint, pottery, puppet play, sculpture, shadow play, and writing.

We create an atmosphere of acceptance and support, which develops and enhances the child’s self-​esteem, self-​discipline, identity, and acceptance toward others.

History

Established in 1997.

Spring Hollow founder Katherine Ratliff received her Doctorate of Education in Early Childhood Education at Vanderbilt University. She has taught for thirty five years in early childhood programs and universities around the world. In 1997, she opened Spring Hollow and completed her second Reggio Emilia seminar in Italy.

Today, Dr. Ratliff is a renowned Reggio Emilia instructor, leading seminars and workshops for educators throughout the country. She supervises the training of Spring Hollow’s own skilled educators and guides the curriculum

and vision of Spring Hollow Early Learning Center.

Meet the Business Owner

Katherine R.

Business Owner

Spring Hollow founder Katherine Ratliff received her Doctorate of Education in Early Childhood Education at Vanderbilt University. She has taught for thirty five years in early childhood programs and universities around the world. In 1997, she opened Spring Hollow and completed her second Reggio Emilia seminar in Italy.

Today, Dr. Ratliff is a renowned Reggio Emilia instructor, leading seminars and workshops for educators throughout the country. She supervises the training of Spring Hollow’s own skilled educators and guides the curriculum

and vision of Spring Hollow Early Learning Center.