This course will help participants to identify some causes for poor behaviour currently causing concern in the Early Years. Strategies will be recommended which are proving successful in helping young children to take charge of their own behaviour. We shall consider situations which occur frequently in classrooms and try out various methods to deal with them. There will be some emphasis on the importance of building self esteem in a safe and stimulating environment. Aims of the course • To understand why many children find it difficult to conform to expected standards of behaviour. • To value the importance of play at the Foundation Stage and beyond. • To consider the learning environment. • To maximise occasions which encourage co-operative behaviour. • To extend participants’ repertoire of practical strategies. This course is aimed at teachers and other adults working with children at Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1.