What approach must staff take when disciplining children, according to minimum standards?

When disciplining children, it is crucial that the approach taken does not involve humiliation or fear. A positive discipline strategy focuses on teaching rather than punishing. It is essential for staff to create a safe and supportive environment where children can learn about consequences and appropriate behavior without experiencing emotional or psychological harm.

Using techniques that are respectful and constructive helps build a child's self-esteem and encourages positive behavior change. Discipline that is humiliating or frightening can lead to negative emotional outcomes for children and can undermine their trust in caregivers. This aligns with developmental principles that emphasize the need for nurturing and supportive guidance in children's learning processes.

In contrast, approaches that emphasize severity or punitive measures fail to support a child's emotional well-being and development, which is why those methods are not aligned with best practices or minimum standards. Ensuring that discipline is respectful helps promote a positive learning environment conducive to healthy child development.