Mary Alasu Childcare

I promote positive behaviour within a valued environment. I value all children as individuals with their own personality traits. Talking and listening to children are regarded as principle elements in the development of effective learning; it is an equally important factor in social learning and remediation of behaviour problems. Developing children's positive self-image, ensuring the children see I value and respect them. I have clear, simple rules that will promote a positive behaviour. These are called 'Golden Rules.'

Golden Rules

• Kind hands.
• Be nice to each other.
• Listen to each other.
• Be happy.
• Take care of your toys.
• Remember to say please and thank you.
• Share with your friends.

I aim to encourage children to recognise that certain actions are right and that others are wrong. Bullying, fighting, hurting and racist comments are not acceptable behaviour.

If a child has unacceptable behaviour:

• I will reassure the child that I still care about them but it is their behaviour I don’t like and I will work with them to help change this.
• I will give the child time to reflect on his/her actions and behaviour, which is tailored to be most appropriate to the individual child’s age and understanding.
• I will support the child during this reflection process.
• I will work with the child to find ways to make amends for their actions.
• I will develop a reward structure for good behaviour.
• I will discuss the matter with you, not in front of your child, to see if there are any problems that may have triggered their behaviour.

By promoting good behaviour, caring attitudes and valuing co-operation I hope to ensure that children will leave my care and develop as responsible members of society.