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SAY GOODBYE TO THE CONFUSION OF SELF-REGULATION
Evidence-based up-to-date practices that will support you and the children in your care to get the most out of your Kindy program
 - Sally Galloway - Your Early Education OTÂ
hey there, friend!
I'm Sally Galloway
PAEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST. COACH. MENTOR.
I've been in your shoes, diving into Early Childhood Education and Care, eager to make a difference for each child. Some days, it feels like we're running on empty in terms of time, resources, and energy. Creating an exceptional Early Education and Care environment isn't a solo mission – it's a collaborative team effort!
I understand – expectations are high. They want us to do things a certain way, document every detail, and craft environments for each child. It's challenging because it feels like we lack quality time with the child, and some days, it's like we're spinning our wheels. Â
Does this sound familiar?
Bringing in external experts faces roadblocks, like parents not being on the same page or waiting endlessly for assistance.
I'm so excited you're here - and I can't wait to help!
That’s when I decided to do things differently and everything changed.
Regulation RitualsÂ
short course
- 8-modules that explore all aspects contributing to children's regulation
- Entertaining down to earth content
- Easy to use mobile app that allows you to quickly search the strategy & information you are looking for
- Downloadable workbooks for each module, containing self-reflective questions to support learning & documentation
The answer you have been looking for!
More than theory, it's a hands-on guide to elevate your programming, planning, and family interactions. It's not merely a course but your ultimate companion, facilitating meaningful and transformative experiences for the children in your care. Welcome to a learning journey that offers tangible tools for professional excellence.
– Sally Galloway - Your Early Education OT
As an early childhood educator, completing the Regulation Rituals online course offers numerous benefits, directly impacting your professional skills and the well-being of the children in your care.
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Here’s why you should consider enrolling:
Enhance Understanding of Child Development
- In-Depth Knowledge: Gain a comprehensive understanding of how social interactions, sensory experiences, and emotional regulation impact early brain development. This knowledge is crucial for creating supportive learning environments that cater to the developmental needs of young children.
- Scientific Foundation: The course is grounded in the latest research and theories, providing a solid scientific foundation to your teaching practices.Â
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Practical Strategies for Classroom Implementation
- Hands-On Techniques: Learn practical, actionable strategies that you can immediately implement in your classroom. From creating sensory-rich environments to developing personalised regulation plans, the course offers a toolkit of techniques designed to support children's self-regulation and engagement.
- Real-World Examples: The course includes case studies and real-world examples that illustrate the application of these strategies, helping you see their impact in diverse settings.
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Support for Neurodivergent Children
- Inclusive Practices: Equip yourself with specialised knowledge and skills to better support neurodivergent (ND) children. Understanding the unique challenges these children face in regulating their energy and emotions will enable you to create more inclusive and effective learning environments.
- Higher Quality of Life: By supporting self-regulation, you contribute to a higher quality of life for all children, particularly those who struggle with these skills, ensuring they can fully participate and thrive in their educational journey.
 Professional Growth and Satisfaction
- Continual Improvement: The course supports your professional growth by introducing new concepts and approaches that enhance your teaching practice. This continual improvement not only benefits the children but also increases your job satisfaction and effectiveness as an educator.
- Recognition of Excellence: Completing this course can distinguish you as a dedicated and knowledgeable educator, committed to the holistic development of the children in your care.
Building Meaningful Connections
- Creating Rituals: Learn how to design and implement meaningful rituals that go beyond routines. These rituals help build strong connections, foster a sense of community, and support the social-emotional development of children.
- Enhanced Relationships: Develop strategies to strengthen relationships with and among children, promoting a positive and nurturing classroom atmosphere.Â
 Comprehensive Curriculum
- Structured Learning: The eight-module structure provides a comprehensive and organised approach to learning, ensuring you cover all critical aspects of regulation rituals.
- Engaging Content: The course content is designed to be engaging and interactive, making learning enjoyable and effective.
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 Enrolling in the Regulation Rituals online course will equip you with essential skills and knowledge to better support the children in your care. By understanding and implementing regulation rituals, you can create a more supportive, engaging, and effective learning environment that fosters the holistic development of each child.
Here’s how the course breaks down...
Exploring Regulation Rituals
Overview: This introductory module introduces educators to the core concepts of Regulation Rituals. We begin by defining emotional regulation and rituals, and explore how these two concepts work together to create a sense of security and belonging for children in early learning environments.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand what regulation rituals are and how they foster emotional regulation in young children.
- Explore how embedding rituals in daily routines supports children’s emotional well-being and helps them navigate transitions with confidence.
- Reflect on how regulation rituals can build a foundation for children's emotional safety and connectedness to their environment.
Nurturing Brains in Early Childhood
Overview: In this module, we explore the crucial role of brain development in early childhood and how consistent, nurturing rituals support this growth. Educators will learn about the development of self-regulation and how intentional rituals align with the brain’s natural processes to promote emotional security and resilience.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand how the brain develops during early childhood and its impact on emotional regulation.
- Learn how predictable rituals provide external structures that support neural pathways linked to self-regulation.
- Reflect on how educators can use regulation rituals to create environments that nurture emotional well-being and healthy brain development.
 Relationships as the Heart of Regulation
Overview: Building on attachment theory, this module highlights the role of secure relationships in helping children develop emotional regulation skills. Educators will learn how their consistent, caring presence is key to co-regulation, and how rituals can deepen the connection between children and adults.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explore how secure relationships between educators and children support emotional regulation.
- Learn how regulation rituals can strengthen the bond between educators and children, fostering trust and emotional safety.
- Reflect on how co-regulation through rituals creates pathways for children to develop self-regulation over time.
Making Sense of the World Through Sensory Processing
Overview: This module delves into the world of sensory processing and how children make sense of their environment. Educators will explore how sensory input impacts children’s emotional states, and how regulation rituals can help children manage sensory overload or underload throughout their day.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the connection between sensory processing and emotional regulation.
- Learn how to use regulation rituals to support children who may experience sensory challenges.
- Reflect on how rituals can help children feel more in control of their sensory world, leading to greater self-awareness and resilience.
Understanding Arousal and the Nervous System
Overview: In this module, we dive deeper into the nervous system and how children’s arousal levels affect their behaviour and ability to regulate emotions. Educators will learn how to use rituals to guide children toward balanced arousal states, whether they need to calm down after energetic play or “calm up” for focused activities.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand how the nervous system modulates sensory input and emotional states.
- Learn how regulation rituals can help children maintain balanced arousal levels, supporting their capacity for learning and social engagement.
- Reflect on how rituals can be tailored to each child’s unique arousal patterns to promote a calm, regulated environment.
Embedding Regulation Rituals into Everyday Routines
Overview: This module explores how to integrate regulation rituals into key moments of the day, such as morning welcomes, mealtimes, transitions, and goodbyes. Educators will learn how these everyday routines can be transformed into meaningful rituals that foster emotional security and connection.
Learning Outcomes:
- Learn how to embed regulation rituals into daily routines to provide children with a sense of predictability and safety.
- Understand how these rituals support children’s ability to transition between activities with greater ease and confidence.
- Reflect on how everyday routines can be transformed into moments of mindfulness, supporting both children’s and educators’ emotional well-being.
Using Regulation Rituals in Intentional Teaching Experiences
Overview: This module focuses on how to integrate regulation rituals into planned learning activities. Educators will discover how rituals can be used to support emotional regulation in structured group activities, storytelling, creative play, and other intentional teaching experiences.
Learning Outcomes:
- Learn how to incorporate regulation rituals into intentional teaching experiences to support children’s emotional regulation and engagement.
- Explore how rituals can create calm, focused learning environments, where children feel ready to participate and explore.
- Reflect on how rituals can enhance children’s capacity for creative inquiry and problem-solving by providing emotional grounding during planned activities.
Reflection and Self-Care for Educators
Overview: The final module shifts focus to the well-being of educators themselves. In this module, educators will reflect on the emotional demands of supporting children’s regulation and explore strategies for self-care and reflective practice. Educators will be encouraged to view self-care as integral to their ability to support children.
Learning Outcomes:
- Reflect on the emotional demands of supporting children’s emotional regulation and the importance of self-care.
- Learn strategies to build self-care rituals into daily routines, fostering emotional resilience and well-being.
- Explore how reflective practice can help educators stay attuned to their own needs and the needs of the children in their care.
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