Nurturing parent, nurturing teacher

For young children, the teacher-child relationship is probably the first relationship with an adult outside the family unit and this can be quite powerful and wonderful at the same time. One of the main pillars in establishing this relationship is through touch. At CCE, our teachers are never lacking in their show of affection towards all the students. This is because we believe in the power of physical touch—a cuddle here, a bear hug there, a high five… just because. This lets children know that they are safe and protected, which helps create strong attachments that ultimately provide a stable foundation for future relationships.

Equally important within the trust cycle is the parent-teacher relationship. When there is a positive relationship between parent and teacher, it shows a child that he can trust his teacher, because you do. Communication is a key factor in developing a healthy and positive relationship between parent and teacher. Parents need to know that their child is safe in the teacher’s care. They want to know what and how their child is learning. On the other hand, the teacher needs important feedback from the parent about how the child behaves at home and the social dynamics that could influence the way a child learns or interacts with others.