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by Andy Whitney
About Parenting Points
Practical guidance, real-life insights, and support for raising happy, confident children.
About Andy Whitney
Andy has been an early childhood educator for more than 45 years, but at heart, he still sees himself as a teacher who loves working with young children and the people who guide them. Originally from the United States, Andy’s career has taken him around the world—living and working in Algeria, Peru, Indonesia, South Korea, and Singapore. Over the years, he has taught in early childhood classrooms, led schools as a headmaster, spent time training teachers and provided seminars and workshops to parents of young children.
Andy earned his degree in Child Development from the University of Maine and later completed a Master’s in Education at Harvard University. But he’ll tell you that some of his greatest lessons have come from the children, parents, and teachers he’s had the privilege to work with along the way.
Now splitting his time between the U.S. and Indonesia with his wife, Andy continues to be inspired by the joy and curiosity of young learners. Their daughter lives and works in Washington, D.C., and remains a constant reminder of the adventure and love that family brings to every stage of life.
Parenting Points
is dedicated to guiding parents through the joys and challenges of early childhood. We provide clear, practical advice, real-life examples, and easy-to-understand explanations to help parents make informed decisions and nurture their children with confidence. Our approach is positive, constructive, and sensitive, focusing on supporting your child’s growth while addressing common parenting dilemmas.
Founded by Andy Whitney, an early childhood educator with over 45 years of experience, Parenting Points draws from a wealth of knowledge gained from classrooms, workshops, and international teaching experiences. Andy’s career has taken him around the world—from the United States to Algeria, Peru, Indonesia, South Korea, and Singapore—always driven by a passion for working with young children and the people who guide them.
Andy earned his degree in Child Development from the University of Maine and a Master’s in Education from Harvard University. Yet he often says some of his greatest lessons have come from the children, parents, and teachers he’s worked with along the way.
Today, Andy splits his time between the U.S. and Indonesia with his wife, inspired every day by the curiosity and joy of young learners. Parenting Points continues to be a resource for families seeking guidance, encouragement, and insight on raising happy, capable children.