This vision is echoed in Pestalozzi and in Froebel, who adds the metaphor of the ‘growing flower’ to that of the ‘noble savage’. As a growing flower a child is born with all it needs for full mental and physical growth , and given the proper environment, a kindergarten or child-garden, will grow to his or her full potential. Such an environment should encourage and be based on spontaneity, enjoyment, play, practical and experiential learning and group activities (Ramsden,1986).