Ruth Coleman, the headteacher of Highfield Nursery School and Stronger Practice Hub Lead has partnered with the EEF and written a blog.
Clear expectations from the start
At Highfield, we build trusting relationships with children and their families from the very start. During their first induction evening, we help parents understand our approach to building strong bonds between children and their key person. These secure attachments with adults and co-regulation (where adults and children work together to manage difficult feelings and situations) help children to learn and practice self-regulation strategies.