Episode 6 | Are you an Enabler or Constrictor? with Helen Battelley

Ruth Lue-Quee is joined again by Helen Battelley, to discuss the key role practitioners play in supporting children's movement and growth. Helen highlights how educators’ behaviours and attitudes can directly influence children's development, as young children tend to mirror the adults around them. She emphasises the need for practitioners to be mindful of their actions and language, ensuring they create positive and encouraging environments for children to thrive physically and emotionally. 

Helen shares practical strategies for promoting movement in early years settings, such as removing unnecessary chairs, encouraging play, and creating physical activity policies. By making small adjustments, practitioners can create environments that encourage children to explore, take positive risks, and develop both gross and fine motor skills. This episode offers valuable takeaways for educators, encouraging them to be enablers of movement and physical activity, which are essential for children’s overall well-being and development. 

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