Early Learning Centre

  Emotional regulation is one of the most important skills children develop in their early years. It forms the foundation for how children understand their feelings, manage their behaviour, build relationships, and cope with challenges throughout life. In Australia, early childhood educators and families increasingly recognise that learning to manage emotions is just as important as learning literacy and numeracy. From toddler tantrums to preschool friendship conflicts, emotional ups and downs are a normal part of early childhood. Supporting children to navigate these emotions in a safe, nurturing environment helps set them up for long-term success at school and beyond. What Is Emotional Regulation? Emotional regulation refers to a child’s ability to recognise, understand, express, and manage their emotions in appropriate ways. This includes skills such as: Identifying emotions (happy, sad, frustrated, excited) Calming down after becoming upset Expressing feelings usin...