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2.4 Key Person

Reflecting on practice

Imagine what your setting seems like to a parent and their child when they first arrive. It may seem busy, friendly, noisy, lively, exciting and fun to you.

  • How might it seem to an anxious parent and their young child of 18 months who has just experienced a violent family break-up?
  • How might it seem to a five-year-old who has been living in one room with a parent who is depressed and makes little conversation?

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