Social and Emotional

EYFS

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Self-regulation, managing self, and building relationships — the heart of the prime areas.

EYLF

Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity

Feeling safe, secure, and confident — children develop their emerging autonomy and sense of self.

EYLF

Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing

Physical, social, and emotional wellbeing — including fine and gross motor development.

NEL

Social and Emotional Development

Nurturing self-awareness, emotional resilience, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

Rammeplan

Ethics, religion and philosophy

Etikk, religion og filosofi

Values, wondering together, and respect for different beliefs and traditions.

KECG

Self and Society

Building self-understanding, emotional resilience, family connections, and school community relationships.

HDLH

Belonging

Fostering connectedness and relationships with family, educators, peers, and the wider community.

HDLH

Well-Being

Nurturing children's physical and mental health, self-regulation, and emerging self-care habits.

Te Whāriki

Wellbeing

Mana Atua

Health and emotional wellbeing, ensuring children feel safe, nurtured, and physically supported.

Te Whāriki

Belonging

Mana Whenua

Connecting to family, community, place, and environment, fostering a strong sense of identity.

Te Whāriki

Contribution

Mana Tangata

Learning to work together, cooperating, treating others fairly, and valuing individual and group contributions.

NAEYC

Social and Emotional Development

Nurturing self-regulation, positive relationships, emotional awareness, and a strong sense of belonging.

NAEYC

Health and Safety

Promoting personal hygiene, healthy nutrition, bodily awareness, and physical safety rules.

ELOF

Social and Emotional Development

Building strong relationships, self-regulation, and learning to understand and express feelings.

NCF-FS

Socio-emotional and Ethical Development

Support emotional well-being, sharing, and positive habits with worksheets on feelings and friendships.

Lpfö 18

Norms and Values

Normer och värden

Building empathy, respect, and democratic values through collaboration and caring for others.

Lpfö 18

Children's Participation and Influence

Barns delaktighet och inflytande

Empowering children to express their opinions, make choices, and practise democratic cooperation.

Aistear

Well-being

Folláine

Nurturing children's physical, mental, and emotional health, self-awareness, and healthy lifestyle habits.

Aistear

Identity and Belonging

Féiniúlacht agus Muintearas

Helping children build a strong sense of who they are, their families, communities, and cultures.

BC ELF

Well-being and Belonging

Nurturing children's physical and emotional health, self-care, and connection to their environment.

BC ELF

Identities, Social Responsibility, and Diversity

Cultivating self-identity, respect for diverse communities, and ecological and social responsibility.

NCF (ZA)

Well-being

Fostering physical health, hygiene, safety, and emotional well-being as the foundation for South African ECD.

NCF (ZA)

Identity and Belonging

Nurturing self-worth, relationships, and a sense of community within South African crèches and classrooms.

IB PYP

Personal, Social and Physical Education (PSPE)

Developing personal identity, emotional well-being, social relations, and motor skills as active learners.

IEYC

Independence and Interdependence

Developing self-awareness, emotional regulation, social confidence, and positive relationships.

UN SDG

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

Promoting physical development, hygiene, active movement, emotional self-regulation, and mental well-being.

UN SDG

SDG 5: Gender Equality

Fostering an inclusive environment where all children can learn, express themselves, and play equally.

Waldorf

Imaginative and Free Play

Supporting social-emotional growth, empathy, and creative thinking through child-led imaginative play.

Waldorf

Movement and Rhythm

Enhancing sensory-motor coordination, spatial awareness, and social bonding through rhythmic movement.

Reggio

The Image of the Child

Viewing young children as strong, competent co-constructors of learning, rich in potential and agency.

Reggio

Relationships and Collaboration

Fostering learning through rich dialogue, peer collaboration, and strong family and community connections.