PLAY IS THE WAY® is a practical methodology for teaching social and emotional skills using guided play, classroom activities and an empowering language. It is a process that gives schools a way to develop, improve and entrench the personal and social capabilities of students. At Loch Primary School students have a “Play is the Way” session each day and the language of the program and the following mindsets are embedded in all we do at school. Students are encouraged to develop their own understanding of these and use them at home with their children.
3 R’s Reflect Repair Restitution
Restorative practice is a strategy that seeks to repair relationships that have been damaged, including those damaged through bullying. It does this by bringing a sense of remorse and restorative action on the part of the offender and forgiveness by the victim.
The rationale behind this approach is that when offenders reflect upon their harm to victims:
- They become remorseful and act restoratively
- Teachers can focus on the unacceptable behaviour of students rather than their moral character.
- This can lead to healthier interpersonal relations among members of the school community and more effective learning.