| It is against the law (as of May 2003) for a childminder to smack a child in their care. I do not and will not administer any form of physical punishment or humiliation to any child in my care. Shouting, name-calling, food or sleep deprivation will never be used as a form of discipline. Good behaviour is rewarded with suitable praise and attention. Encouraging positive social behaviour shows children they do not need to misbehave to gain attention. Children are taught the few basic house rules and boundaries and are expected to comply. Realistic, age appropriate boundaries are consistently maintained. I will set a good example with regards to manners and safety. Children will do as we do, rather than as we say. A child who is upsetting others or misbehaving will be taken aside and spoken to about the problem. In extreme cases the child may be asked to take �time out�, in the same room, for 1-2 minutes to allow the situation to cool off. If a child upsets another child or misbehaves on a regular basis, the parents will be informed and asked to speak to their child. In this way we should be able to deal with any problem that may arise quickly and with little fuss. |
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| Behaviour Management Policy |
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