Behaviour Policy
We believe that children need to be able to manage their own behaviour and learn their own self-regulation; therefore, we support children to aim for this. What we want them to learn is to develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to be able to make good judgements and choices in relation to others.
We know this will have positive effects on their future lives.
We do this by having rules of the room. These rules help and support the children to make good choices, which are discussed at circle time.
‘Kind hands’
‘Kind words’
‘Listening ears’
‘Walking feet’
‘Sharing’
‘Tidy up’
Children need to know if they are getting it right through adults using-
Positive and warm body language
Tone of voice
Praise and compliments
Encouragement
Attention
rewards and privileges
Ormesby Pre-School have clear boundaries that our children learn, so they will feel safe and secure, therefore promoting good mental health.
We support the children’s understanding of their own emotions. This is demonstrated through ‘Zones for regulation’ this allows the child to identify how they are feeling themselves.
The welfare of your child is paramount, at
Ormesby Pre-school we like to look at our children holistically, considering the individual needs of the child both inside and outside the Pre-School.
To get a whole view of our children we need to know about any changes in their lives or environment, which could attribute to a change in your child’s behaviour, could you please talk to your child’s keyperson where possible.
All conversations will be treated with the strictest of confidence.
This information will help us in nurturing your child.
Staff work together as a team and show a fair and consistent approach to all behaviour issues.
Managing Children’s Behaviour
The staff in the Pre-School believe in promoting positive behaviour. They value co-operation and foster a caring attitude in all children to help them develop as responsible members of society. Acknowledging the needs and rights of others.
As part of the induction procedure, all staff will be made aware of the procedure to manage behaviour according to clear, positive, consistent guidelines. Staff will make every effort to act as good role models to children by behaving in a friendly and considerate manner themselves, creating an atmosphere of respect and value for one another.
Children may be consulted about the rules within Pre-School.
We aim to encourage self-discipline, consideration for each other, our surroundings and property.
By praising children and acknowledging their positive actions and attitudes we hope to ensure that children see that we value and respect them and give them a sense of belonging.
Children are taught to recognise that bullying, fighting, and hurting each other is not acceptable behaviour. We want the children to recognise certain behaviours are wrong.
Corporal punishment is not an option for disciplining children. All children will have a good level of behaviour and manners. All children and staff will be expected to respect each other and the Pre-School environment.
We help young children develop pro-social behaviour, such as resolving conflict over who has the toy “I can see you are feeling better now, and Adam isn’t crying anymore. Let’s see if we can be friends and find another car, so you can both play with one.” We also use visual timers to support children taking turns whilst a pre-school as a visual reminder.
We support social skills through modelling behaviour, through activities, role play, and stories. We build self-esteem and confidence in children, recognising their emotional needs through close and committed relationships with them.
What behaviour we expect in Pre-School
Children will be encouraged to play alongside others, build relationships through gestures and talk, and form good relationships with peers and adults.
Children will be encouraged to take turns and work as part of a group, sharing fairly.
Children will be expected to walk within Pre-School.
Children will be encouraged to have a good level of manners towards other children and staff. Please and thank you will always be expected.
Children will be helped to understand what is right and what is wrong, and why.
Children will be encouraged to recognise people have different needs, views, cultures, and beliefs that deserve to be treated with respect, and that the children can expect others to treat their needs, views, cultures, and beliefs with respect.
Procedures to follow at Pre-School to deal with Behaviour.
- All behaviour will be managed according to the child’s age and stage of development, recognising that four-year olds and twelve-month olds respond very differently to situations.
- All children will be praised for good behaviour, but unacceptable behaviour will be talked about.
- A policy of early intervention will be encouraged before the situation arises. Distraction or intervention will be applied
- Cuddles will be given to Pre-School children.
- All staff attend training on Behaviour Management (external and in-house)
Dealing with Significant Behaviour
We will use physical restraint when appropriate such as holding child in a hug position to prevent physical injury to children or adults and/or serious damage to property. The open and closed mitten techniques will be used.
Any normal childhood incidents within Pre-School will be dealt with at the time by a member of staff. Unless the behaviour is significant the parents / carers will not be informed.
When there is a significant incident between children, it will be recorded on an incident form stating the circumstances, type of intervention and outcome. The Senco will work with other staff and parents to maintain acceptable levels of behaviour. A copy will be kept by the Safeguarding Lead Practitioner.
In all cases Pre-School staff will deal with inappropriate behaviour in the Pre-School at the time of the incident. Parents will be asked to meet with staff to discuss their child’s behaviour, so that if there are any difficulties, we can work together to ensure consistency between Pre-School and home. A child specific risk assessment will be carried out and it may be appropriate to draw up a positive behaviour plan/risk management plan.
If a parent/carer requests a consistent behaviour strategy between home and Pre-School, and this strategy can be agreed without breaching any of the Pre-School policies, the Pre-School will support the strategy for dealing with unacceptable behaviour for that child. Records will be kept when the behaviour strategy is enforced. Where a child’s behaviour is too extreme, and it endangers other children and staff. We will endeavour to work with and support the child and their family, including gaining external advice. If all avenues listed above fail, we would have to consider exclusion.
In cases of serious misbehaviour, such as racial or other abuse, we make clear immediately the unacceptability of the behaviour and attitudes, by means of explanations rather than personal blame.
All discussions of unacceptable behaviour by staff or parents will not be carried out in front of the child.
If the actions of one child are becoming a problem, actions will be taken to safeguard all parties.
In the event of a complaint on managing children’s behaviour please refer to the Pre-School complaints procedure.
“Good behaviour is valued and encouraged,according to children’s different stages of development.”