Understand the need to belong, help your child accept and respect difference and learn more about the importance of building a relationship with your child’s school or childcare service.

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Families

Why belonging is important

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Understand the need to belong, help your child accept and respect difference and learn more about the importance of building a relationship with your child’s school or childcare service.

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The need to belong

Children who feel they belong are happier, more relaxed and have fewer behaviour problems than others. Creating a safe and loving home, where children feel respected and included, also encourages a caring attitude towards others. Read full article

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Learning to accept difference

We are all different and may need support in different areas of our life to those around us. Children start to notice similarity and difference early on in life. Talking to your children about what disability and additional needs mean can help your child understand and accept differences in others. Read full article

Creating a positive community

Building a positive community can improve the mental health and wellbeing of everyone involved, but it might not always be obvious how to go about it. Regular communication and involvement with your child’s school or childcare service can make all the difference. Read full article

Belonging begins at home

When children are part of a family that promotes inclusion and respect for everybody, they are more caring and compassionate towards others. By showing your child that you
are inclusive and respectful of others, you are encouraging them to behave in the same way. Read full article