Case study

Johan is a 3 year old boy who has just joined your setting from Austin, in Texas. He is struggling to settle and is very clingy when his mother drops him off. When you first met his mum, she explained that they have returned to live with her parents after the breakup of her marriage.

• How could you promote Johan’s wellbeing as he settles into the setting?
• How could you support Johan’s mum’s wellbeing as she settles her son into the setting?

It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the response you have chosen to this scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague and ask them to tell you if they think you have responded appropriately. Ask them to challenge your response if necessary. You do not need to submit this task for assessment unless asked to do so by your assessor.