Charlotte Mason was convinced that children–all children–are born persons and advocated for “a liberal education for all.” This interview is with Nicolle Hutchinson who founded and administrates Gillingham Charter School in Pottsville, PA. Once Mrs. Hutchinson, a public school teacher, discovered Charlotte Mason, she knew there was a way to make public education life-giving. In this interview, she shares about her journey to Charlotte Mason’s method, her growing dream to bring her principles and practices to publicly educated children, and the formation and continuation of her charter school.
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This podcast was so interesting. As a newer homeschooler with older kids (12 and 15 years old) and finally starting to understand Charlotte Mason this was so helpful to look at possibilities in the future. As a former public school teacher, I’ve had to “throw out” so much of my training to relearn this better philosophy. It’s been frustrating but so worth it! Thank you for this and all the other podcasts!!!
We are glad you enjoyed the interview and that it gives you new ideas about future educational opportunities, seeds for future work after you have finished teaching your own children.
Good evening!
Is there a link for the ‘Disciplines of the heart’ idea she mentioned? I just tried googling, and there seem to be a few books by various authors.
Thank you,
D Martin
Hello, D. Nicolle was referring to the Nurtured Heart Approach.