Early Childhood Education of the Basques in Spain and the Druze in Israel

Both the Basques and the Druze have maintained their uniqueness and ties to their past in spite of the press of the modern nation-states in which they find themselves today. In the case of the Basques, this uniqueness finds expression in culture and language, while, in the case of the Druze, religion is a strong factor. For both, education is a crucial factor in maintaining their cultural uniqueness. This article examines educational policies and practices of both groups with particular focus on early childhood education.