Interaction with children Policy
Aim:
We aim to provide respectful, reciprocal and responsive interactions, which are sensitive to the needs of individual children and their families.
Explanation:
Positive and meaningful interactions with children will provide a sense of security and belonging within our service; assist with the development of positive self-identity and self-esteem; support children as they strive to become confident and involved learners; and develop the skills and understandings to be able to interact positively with others.
Implementation:
* Educators will engage in warm, meaningful and enjoyable interactions
(verbal and non-verbal) with all children on an individual level, as well as in small and large group situations each day.
* Educators will listen to what children say and respond to children’s
non-verbal cues and communication strategies
* Educators will participate in children’s play, knowing whether to allow for independence or to scaffold children’s learning through intentional teaching practices.
* Educators will provide comfort to children who are distressed or upset
* Educators will acknowledge children’s efforts and achievements
* Educators will assist children to communicate effectively with their peers, and support their social experiences
* Educators will assist children to develop effective conflict resolution strategies and guide positive behaviours
* Educators will model respectful relationships through positive interactions with colleagues.
Reviewed and agreed upon by all staff May 2020
“Principles and Practice for driving the EYLF
Kay Margetts & Bridie Raban. 2011
“Guide to the National Quality Standard”
ACECQA. 2011