Carolyn's Red Balloon

CRBEC has basic rules for health and safety of our children. We arrange the environment to avoid problem situations. We tailor our expectations to fit the development levels of the children to minimize frustration and inppropriate behavior. Teachers receive ongoing staff training in the area of positive approaches to discipline and strategies to use with challenging behavior. We encourage children to develop their own control, autonomy, management of feelings, problem solving, and find their own rewards in cooperative social behavior. When a conflict arises we support children in finding their own solutions, while also promoting development of self control and empathy within each child. Teachers set clear, consistent limits, and strive to develop close, nurturing relationships with all the children.