POLICY TO SUPPORT SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Within the group we have a high expectation of children’s work and behaviour, fostered in a calm, secure, caring environment, celebrating the British values, with a positive approach, giving praise and encouragement, and equipping children with the knowledge and cultural capital they need to succeed in life.

• We celebrate each other’s successes, however great or small. This can be demonstrated through discussions of the process, displays of the children’s work, photo’s taken of creations and sharing the successes with the parent(s);
• Children are prepared for the routine by a visual daily planner. Staff will give the children plenty of warning before any impending changes to the routine.
• A quiet book corner with comfortable chairs and cushions offers the children a place to withdraw quietly for a rest. Staff will liaise with parent(s) to determine any appropriate usage of “comforters”.
• We aim to help children acquire a positive self-image, pride in themselves and the work that they do and to build high self-esteem through praise and encouragement;
• All adults will provide a positive role model i.e. quiet voices, “please” and “thank you” as appropriate, to each other and to the children, moving around without rushing;
• Boundaries to behaviour are explained to each child based on their individual level of understanding. Boundaries are consistent amongst all the staff.

Unacceptable behaviour, may include:

Fighting of any kind

rudeness to an adult / child

                                                                    hitting, kicking, punching,

                                                                    Bullying

                                                                    pinching, biting

                                                                    physical or verbal intimidation

                                                                    swearing / bad language

                                                                     not respecting others opinions

• Any child / children seen demonstrating unacceptable behaviour will be talked to about their behaviour. Emphasis is put on the fact that it is the behaviour which is unacceptable, not the child;
• A positive approach will be taken to any unacceptable behaviour. After talking about the behaviour, the child will be redirected to an alternative activity under adult supervision.  Children will be expected to apologise to the recipient of any unacceptable behaviour;
• Continued unacceptable behaviour will be discussed with the parent(s), for a consistent approach to dealing with it within the group and at home.
• Opportunities for the children to express their opinions and needs are available through activities, drama and role-play.
• Star/sticker charts, “now and next” boards, home communication books etc will be used to aid acceptable behaviour.
• We aim to provide appropriate activities to meet all the children’s individual needs. Busy, involved and happy children who are engaged in appropriate tasks are much less likely to be disruptive.