Schematic Play
What are Schemas?
When children repeat patterns of behaviour this is known as schematic play. Theorists and educationalists have identified many types of schemas that children will often display. Some children will never appear to be engaged in schematic play while others will have a predominant schema. When we understand these and what they may look like it is easier for us is able to recognise that these distinct patterns of behaviour are meaningful and accommodate opportunities for individual children. For example, children carrying all the bricks from one place to another in a bag; or the sand from the tray to the home corner or pushing a doll around in a pram. This repeated behaviour could be described as ‘transporting’, one of the examples of schematic play. A child’s schema will be evident across a range of different situations. It is important for grown ups to understand that a child is not being disruptive when engaged in schematic play but able to recognise this as early learning and help to support the child by offering opportunities to test out their thinking. – Realising the Ambition
Click on the link to view ‘Schemas – Learning through Play’– Education Scotland
East Dunbartonshire – Supporting Families
Who are the Supporting Families Team and what do they do?
We are a small team based within the Education Early Years’ Service. Our role is to support all families who have children 0-10 years with any parenting queries, tips or strategies – no issue is too big or small.
Why do families access support through the team?
Most parents who access the service have children between 3 and 10 years old. For the majority of time parenting is rewarding but parents tell us sometimes it can be stressful. The Supporting Families Team offers free, informal, confidential support for every parent/carer either on a 1:1 basis or through a parenting group. Families do not need to be involved with any other services.
Parents can self-refer by emailing: parenting@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Please Note:
If you are a resident of another Local Authority and your child attends an East Dunbartonshire school/nursery you can join a Triple P group (Day or Evening) and for 1:1 support you would access this from the Local Authority you live in.
Family Learning
East Dunbartonshire Council acknowledges the positive contribution parent/carers and families make to children’s learning. Family Learning supports parental participation and engagement in children’s learning at home, school and in their communities. It is crucial to raising attainment. It allows parents and families to become equal partners in their children’s learning
Benefits to participating in Family Learning experiences:
- New skills
- Increased confidence
- Improved communication
- Changed behaviours
- Changed relationships within your community and family
For more information on support available and/or how to register for one of the many family learning sessions on offer visit – EDC Parent and Family Learning
