Understanding the Circle of Security Classroom Approach
We are in the process of making changes to this training.
Next dates - via Zoom: 5 & 12 November 2025
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If you are waiting on funding approval - we strongly recommend you contact us to pencil book a place.
Workshops run 9 am - 11.30 am
Strengthening Connections:
Understanding the Circle of Security Classroom Approach
First 2000 days.
As a kaiako, you know the profound impact a supportive and nurturing environment has on the growth and well-being of tamariki. The Circle of Security classroom approach (COSC) is designed to enhance your skills and foster meaningful relationships between kaiako, tamariki, and their whānau.
Designed for early childhood professionals and primary school educators working with tamariki up to age 8. Those working alongside whānau with children interested in understanding and supporting children's emotional development will find value in this approach (see below for Who Should Attend).
About the Programme:
This 2-session condensed version of the 8-week programme equips kaiako with essential insights and reflective tools to enhance their understanding of attachment relationships in the classroom.
Supporting Transitions:
Every day, teachers play a vital role in helping young children and their caregivers navigate critical transitions into and out of early education and care settings. During these periods, tamariki need to feel connected and supported while away from their caregivers. The COS Classroom Approach emphasizes the importance of these first relationships, understanding that children with strong bonds to caring adults thrive in learning environments.
Reflective-Based Learning:
Central to this approach is the power of reflection. Deep learning emerges from thoughtful introspection, enabling educators to attune to children's emotional needs. This programme encourages you to reflect on your teaching practice, developing your understanding of attachment theory, emotional cues, and communication dynamics. Through reflective conversations, you'll gain a new perspective on supporting tamariki, helping you build stronger bonds and a more inclusive learning environment.
Interactive Video Modules:
Thoughtfully designed resources and videos offer valuable insights into recognising emotional cues and applying effective communication techniques. Observing these interactions will help you refine your ability to address the needs of tamariki sensitively and empower their caregivers to do the same.
Shared Language and Hidden Insights:
Participating in the COS Classroom Approach provides participants with a shared language to discuss the significance of everyday interactions with colleagues and families. This common understanding highlights what is often hidden in plain sight—the crucial role relationships play in the children's sense of security and overall well-being.
Please Note: This 5-hour training does not certify participants as Circle of Security Facilitators. Instead, it offers a foundational understanding of the COSC approach, emphasizing reflective practices to support secure attachments in educational settings.
Also, the workshop may touch on emotional issues and some of the material covered in our workshops may be sensitive or triggering to certain participants. We encourage everyone to practice self-care and either reach out to us or directly discuss any concerns with our presenter.
Learning Outcomes:
The format of this workshop may change. Please contact us for details.
Duration: 2 weekly sessions, 2.5 hours each (5 hours total)
Session 1 will delve into the Theory behind the Circle of Security examining through videos and breakroom room discussions real-life examples.
Session 2 focuses on understanding the implications when the Circle of Security is disrupted, recognizing resulting behaviours, and exploring reflective responses to support teachers and whānau.
This training will:
Deepen your understanding of attachment theory and its implications for emotional development.
Learn effective communication strategies to facilitate open dialogue between kaiako, tamariki, and whānau.
Recognise and respond to emotional cues, cultivating trust and security in educational relationships.
Engage in reflective conversations to refine your teaching approach, creating a more inclusive and empathetic learning environment.
Enrich your teaching practice with invaluable skills and insights.
Join Nicky Cooper and the Circle of Security Classroom Approach to nurture stronger connections and create a more supportive and emotionally rich educational experience for tamariki.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is suitable for education and early-education professionals, as well as support and allied staff including:
RTLB’s, SENCOs, Occupational Therapists, Teachers and Learning Support staff, Barnardos, REAP & NZEI.
Anyone working with whānau with children will also benefit.
What others have said about Nicky's classroom and parenting presentations
"Thank you Nicky. That was a wonderful session that really connected us as a team. I personally loved your enthusiasm and depth of knowledge, your playful spirit and passion. So cool to have met you. We will be keeping you closely linked with us going forward, as we have some nice alignments for sure."
"Thank you for joining us Nicky. Our team are still buzzing, sharing all the info they learnt. Our teachers who missed it are very gutted they couldn't attend, but they have been fully informed. We look forward to future contact."
"Thank you so much - we are still buzzing seeing circles everywhere! This was super helpful, and if you have any further courses/ P.D coming up, our kaiako would like to know about them."
"This training was excellent- could have easily spent hours on the content. It is very powerful and meaningful work."
"Kia Ora Nicky. Ngā mihi for sharing your knowledge. We loved it and could have listened to you for hours. Such a fascinating topic."
“I really enjoyed the course. It was educational and enlightening. Nicky was amazing at delivering the course which really helped with the parts that were more confronting. I really appreciate the opportunity to have completed it. Thank-you.”
“A wonderful course and facilitated extremely well by Nicky.”
“Absolutely fantastic course that has changed the way I view all relationships in my life. I have already seen significant positive changes over the duration of the course and can see this extending further as I am constantly more aware.”
“Very helpful, informative and encouraging. Eye-opening! I love that the concepts are quite simple - meaning they are easily accessible in day-day life.”
“It was super helpful and made me feel more confident in my parenting.”
“The course was presented in a manner that was easy to follow but very educational. I enjoyed every part of it even though some of it was emotionally challenging. I grew a lot as a person and as a parent.”
Price & Registration Information
Online Workshops
$320.00 inc GST
The price stated is per person. Payment in full is required before commencement of the training.
If you are sending 5 or more delegates, please email us for a discounted rate.
Registration process
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A GST Tax Invoice showing your payment in full will also be emailed to you.
If you have any issues or questions about your booking, please contact Faye Johnson on 027 607 3000 or email: faye@grow.co.nz
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PLEASE NOTE:
Payment in full is required before commencement of the training.
If you require an Invoice and you are seeking funding approval, please include this surcharge in the price you have on your application.
Our workshops fill quickly so if you would like to reserve a place, please contact faye@grow.co.nz
What happens if you have to cancel?
We know that sometimes your plans can change for many different reasons. Should you be unable to attend, a substitute delegate is welcome to attend at no extra cost. If a substitute delegate is not available and you need to cancel your registration, please be aware of the following:
Up to 7 days prior to the event you will be provided a refund of your registration cost, less a $20.00 inc GST per attendee service charge.
If you cancel within 7 days of the event, you are not eligible to receive a refund.
Please note: should your registration not be paid by the time of the event, you are still liable to make the payment.
Unpaid accounts may be passed over to our debt collection agency and additional costs may be incurred.
All cancellations must be received in writing (email).
Training is cancellable by GROW with 7 days’ notice if a minimum number of attendees is not met and full refunds will be provided
Please note: GROW Ltd reserves the right to make any amendments that we may deem to be in the best interest of the forum – it is however very unlikely and we will notify you as soon as possible should this occur.
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The following peak bodies and organisations recognise that the training we offer is of a high quality, evidence based and relevant for their members CPD.
About the Presenter: Nicky Cooper
Nicky Cooper has been a Clinical Nurse Specialist in infant/child/adolescent and parental health for a number of years. She works in population health and as a nursing tutor in family/whanau health. Last year she undertook a pilot project supporting ECE in Nelson/Tasman/Marlborough and delivered 80 sessions across the region.
Trained as a circle of security facilitator in 2017, Nicky is trained in both the parenting and classroom programs. Having facilitated numerous courses across the motu, Nicky decided to condense the 8-week Circle of Security Classroom program into a shorter version for professional development to support ECE teachers as attachment figures for our tamariki and whanau.
ZOOM Meeting Dates & Times
Dates & times - TBC
You will be sent the details to access ZOOM after you have registered.
This is an interactive workshop with breakout room activities and we therefore ask all participants to have their own computer / laptop with a working camera and mic as this makes interaction with the breakout room activities and discussions easier and enhances the learning for all.
We also encourage participants to email their questions to us prior to the workshop, or via the chat at the meeting - email faye@grow.co.nz.
Please note this webinar will not be recorded.
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e: faye@grow.co.nz
p: 027 607 3000
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