Mindful Strategies to Emotional and Behavioural Regulation in Early Years

(Supporting Children Aged 2-5 years)

Target Audience
Early Years Education Practitioners
Course Outline:
This interactive session equips professionals with practical strategies to support emotional and behavioural self-regulation in young children. Learn how to create mindful environments, apply co-regulation techniques, and manage challenging situations using positive handling approaches.
Who is this course for?
  • Early Years Teachers and Practitioners
  • Nursery Managers and Leaders
  • Nursery Assistant and Preschool Staff
  • Reception teachers and EYFS Leaders
  • SENCO
  • Nannies and Childminders
  • Parents and Caregivers
  • Anyone working with children 0-5 years
What you will learn:
  • Understand emotional and behavioural development in 2–5-year-olds.
  • Identify common challenges with 2-5-year-olds and how to support them.
  • Apply co-regulation strategies and in-the-moment calming techniques.
  • Implement best practice approaches for positive handling.
  • Develop inclusive strategies for neurotypical and neurodivergent children.
Date: Thursday 12 February 2026
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Venue: Suite 19, Neals Corner, 2 Bath Road, Hounslow High Street, TW3 3HJ
Cost: £40 per delegate
Facilitator: Expanding Horizons Training Academy