Ariva Kids Development Classroom

Ariva Kids Development Classroom

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Nurturing and empowering young minds. • About Ariva Kids • Ariva Kids Development Classroom - Our Approach • Reflexiones de Marianne • Reflections on Child Development and Adult Consciousness • Connect With Us More than a daycare, Ariva Kids is a Spanish immersion development classroom where each child’s pace, personality, interests, and growth are carefully observed and supported. The environment is guided by intentional practice, respectful relationships, and a deep understanding of early childhood development. Rather than following rigid models, the program focuses on real observation, meaningful participation, and environments that help children build independence, emotional regulation, and a strong sense of belonging from the earliest years. Ariva Kids Development Classroom is led by Marianne Valdés, an early childhood educator whose professional path spans several countries and more than two decades of experience. She began her work in education in Cuba in 1996 within the field of special education, where she developed a strong commitment to individualized support, observation, and inclusive practices. She later earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in Mexico, deepening her understanding of child development, emotional regulation, and the relational foundations of learning. Throughout her career, Marianne has worked closely with infants, toddlers, families, and teaching teams, building environments that respond to real developmental needs rather than rigid educational models. In the United States, she collaborated with the United Way Center for Excellence, supporting early childhood programs and families through reflective observation and intentional practice. These experiences shaped her approach to guiding adults, strengthening classroom dynamics, and creating environments where children can develop independence, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging. In 2018, Marianne co-founded Edugether, a project that later continued under separate [Google Places type: child care agency]