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We aim to teach the children in our care to respect each other, as well as the property of the group or other children. Rules governing the conduct of the group and the behaviour of the children will be explained below and discussed with newcomers. All adults will ensure that rules are applied consistently, so that children have the security of knowing what to expect and build on good habits of behaviour.
Adults will endorse and praise desirable behaviour such as kindness and willingness to share.
WHEN CHILDREN BEHAVE IN UNACCEPTABLE WAYS
If a child's behaviour is thought unacceptable a member of staff will talk to the child involved in a quiet area of the room. The member of staff will ask why the child reacted in this manner, then suggest a more appropriate way to behave.
In any case of misbehaviour, it will always be made clear to the child in question that it is the BEHAVIOUR and NOT the CHILD that is not welcome in group.
No child will be smacked or ridiculed in any way.
Any behaviour problems will be handled in a developmentally appropriate fashion respecting the child's level of understanding.
Reoccurring problems will be tackled by the whole group in partnership with the child's carers, using objective observation to record and establish an understanding of the cause.
Some times a time out may be necessary, this is a cool down period , lasting no more than 2 - 3 minutes, when a child will be sat away from others with an adult until it is thought a child is calm enough to return to the main group without reoccurrence.
Bulling will not be tolerated at Kids First, please speak to a member of staff if your child is having problems with another child in group. The situation will be monitored by all members of staff. Sandy Warry is the behaviour manager
Parents will be informed if your child behaves unacceptably.
If you think yours child's behaviour may be affected in any way, for whatever reason please inform a member of staff. This would help when dealing with possible situations.
All information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
KIDS FIRST RULES
Rules are set, as we believe that children will flourish in an ordered environment, where everyone knows what is expected of them. The following have been devised with help from children and adults in group to enable us to have a secure atmosphere in group without fear of being hurt or hindered by anyone else.
- 1. Play in a friendly way
- 2. Share and take turns fairly
- 3. walking inside is safer
- 4. Talk in a soft friendly voice
- 5. Everyone has a voice, we must make time to listen to others
July 2003
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