Support in early childhood education
Support in early childhood education
A child's growth and development involves periods that each child goes through in their own way. Every child learns and develops, but sometimes more extensive guidance from adults is needed. Early childhood education aims to prevent, detect and address delays and support needs related to a child's growth and development as early as possible.
The planning of activities takes into account supporting the child's holistic development by taking into account the child's strengths and support needs on an individual basis. Support is organised where the child is. The operating environment and operating methods of the children's group are aimed at being modified so that they meet the child's support needs. The support provided in early childhood education is the responsibility of the entire group's personnel. The updated principles of the early childhood education plan define in more detail the levels and forms of support and how support is provided according to the three-level support model. In the three-level support model, the levels of support provided to a child are divided into general, enhanced and special support. The need for support is assessed based on the child's individual support needs
If your child's need for support is known when applying for an early childhood education place, it is worth contacting an early childhood education special education teacher.
An early childhood education special education teacher is an expert in growth and learning. Their role is to coordinate and develop early childhood special education, consult with staff, and collaborate with parents and various experts.
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