History

The Shichida Early Learning Method originated in 1958 as the pioneering whole-brain teaching approach, designed to cultivate the innate abilities all children are born with. This innovative method revolutionised the way early childhood education was approached globally.

In 1976, Shichida opened its first centre in Gotsu City, Shimane, marking the beginning of a global movement that transformed early learning programs.

As the remarkable results of the Shichida Method gained recognition, its popularity soared. In 2009, the method expanded to Australia with the opening of the first centre in Melbourne. Since then, additional centres have been established in Melbourne and Sydney, showcasing the method’s effectiveness and impact on child brain development beyond its Japanese origins.

Driven by a demand for accessible, high-quality early education, Shichida Australia continued its growth. By expanding across Victoria and New South Wales, more families have been able to experience the life-changing benefits of this pioneering education method.

In 2017, the Shichida Method reached another milestone with the launch of SHICHIDA at Home, the world’s first online early-learning program. This groundbreaking development brought the method to families around the globe, enabling them to engage with a global early learning method from the comfort of their own homes.

For a deeper understanding of the Shichida Method and its remarkable achievements, download the Detailed Shichida Global History PDF to explore the history of this unique whole-brain early learning program.

“When you engage the hearts of children, you engage their minds.”
– Professor Makoto Shichida (Founder)

Professor Makoto Shichida began his career as a passionate English teacher in Gotsu, Japan. Teaching students of all ages, from infants to adults, he noticed that younger children learned faster and more effortlessly. Intrigued by this phenomenon, he dedicated 20 years to researching early childhood brain development and psychology.

The Original Whole-Brain Teaching Method

In 1958, Professor Shichida founded the Shichida Method, the original whole-brain teaching approach designed to draw out the innate abilities all children are born with. In 1976, he opened the first Shichida Early Learning Centre, and the method’s popularity soon spread globally.

He believed that society’s emphasis on competition, cognitive skills, and egotism created an imbalance, disconnecting us from right-brain aspects such as intuition and creativity.

Creating a Positive Difference

Professor Shichida’s mission was to harmonise the development of the right and left brain, strengthening neural connections and nurturing extraordinary abilities. He also sought to guide children and their families to use these abilities to make a positive difference in the world.

A Legacy of Achievement

Professor Shichida held a doctorate in education and was a prominent public figure in Japan, recognised for his groundbreaking contributions to brain research and education. Among his many accolades, he received:

• The highest Honorable Merit Prize from the World Science Council,
• The World Peace Grand Knight Title (1997),
• The World Peace Prize (1998),
• The Swedish Academy for Health and Medical Sciences Grand Prize (2003), and
• The Higashiku Ninomiya Invention Award.

He also authored several influential books on early childhood education, including The Right Brain and Education and The Shichida Method: Realize Your Child’s Potential.

A Global Revolution in Education

Professor Makoto Shichida’s teaching method sparked a worldwide revolution in education, transforming how we understand children’s learning styles and brain capabilities. Though he passed away on 22 April 2009, his legacy continues to inspire families and educators worldwide.