Waldon
is a theory about the most basic elements of human learning and development; about the growth of understanding in the individual. How we learn to adapt, and to survive. Geoffrey Waldon: Chief Interests
The application of these ideas in education is called the Waldon Approach and it can be used in any setting, with any age or level of ability. It is frequently used by parents, carers and teachers to help vulnerable people to strengthen their core understanding so that they may become more adaptive, self-reliant and emotionally resilient.
Introduction
The Waldon Association
The Waldon Association was set up as a voluntary organisation to promote Dr Geoffrey Waldon's ideas on human development and learning, and to support people who would like to investigate them further.
Dr Waldon was a neurologist, and developed his theories over a number of years of professional practice. Through extensive observation of human behaviour and learning, particularly of young children in free play, he sought to identify the essential processes and mechanisms that shape understanding before culture comes to play its part.
After studying with Dr Waldon, Association members now work together to continue to develop our understanding of his ideas, and their educational ramifications.
Promote Dr Geoffrey Waldon's Ideas
Observe Children’s Play & Learning
Identify Essential Processes & Mechanisms
Education Applications & Approach
Resources
We offer a range of resources to support your understanding of Geoffrey Waldon’s work, including introductory papers, video materials, a dedicated library of his writings, additional academic papers, and insightful interviews.
Please be aware that if you use AI to summarise any documents on this website the results may be misleading, and omit or downplay crucial aspects of Waldon theory.
Introductory Papers
These papers introduce Waldon’s fundamental theories and their educational applications, the Waldon Approach to learning and development.
Library of Geoffrey Waldon’s Writing
A collection of writings by Waldon focusing on the many different aspects of his ideas, including his educational approach
Videos
Snippets of children playing, Waldon explaining key concepts, and the early development of spatial understanding
Other Papers
Writings by others, of various lengths, including handouts for conferences and workshops
Interviews
Three transcripts where Waldon discusses aspects of his theory in response to questions, in slightly less formal style
Testimonials
