Hello, as a mother, it's natural to be concerned about your child's experience in kindergarten.
I also have a child in kindergarten, so I can relate to how you're feeling when you're not around.
When something like this happens, it's important to think about what happened and how it's affected the child.
How can I reassure the child?
What impact will this have on me? How can I feel better about it?
It's likely that kids will be disliked when they misbehave. When my son was naughty at home, I disliked him very much, and I'm sure the teacher has to deal with a lot of kids.
It's possible that the teacher might get upset and resentful when the child is disobedient and out of control.
The relationship between teachers and children in kindergartens is probably our biggest concern at the moment. What are your plans now that you've learned about the teacher hitting the child?
Do you think the child should stay in the class, and that the teacher can work with them to improve their approach?
Or do you think the teacher should be held responsible and the child transferred to another school or class?
Different strategies might be required to address different situations.
If the child is going to be spending more time with the teacher in the classroom, then we and the teacher are partners, not adversaries. So what should parents do?
It's important to be able to communicate with the school effectively. When speaking with the teacher, it's useful to keep the following points in mind:
It's best to choose a time to talk to the teacher when both parties have time and are in a relatively calm mood. If you drop off your child early and meet the teacher, you have plenty of time to chat.
Or, after school, when everyone else has left, why not stay behind to have a quick chat with the teacher?
Next, talk about how the child behaves at home and ask about how the child behaves at school. It's best to choose a relaxed and calm atmosphere.
If we jump to conclusions and assume that the teacher has hit our child or is being unfair to them, or if we approach the conversation with blame or emotion, the teacher will pick up on this and may back down or avoid the situation, or may not give a true account of what happened.
If someone came to us with a grumbling tone, how would we respond?
I actually think that most teachers have the same initial intentions as any other parent: they want to bring up and teach their kids well. We all want to be the best parents we can be, but sometimes we lose our cool and yell at our kids.
You can see how this is affecting the child and tell the teacher what you've noticed without criticizing or blaming.
For instance, the other day my kid said he got beat up at school, and he was pretty worried. But then I thought about it and realized that the kindergarten teachers are all pretty kind and patient with the kids, so how could they treat a child like that? I also know that kids can be naughty sometimes, and it's normal to lose your temper and want to get angry. We've seen this with our own kids, so when my kid said he got beat up, I don't know what happened. Can you tell me more about it, teacher?
I've noticed that he's been acting differently at home recently.
What can you tell me about the child's school?
I expect my child to be...
Teacher, do you have any suggestions that could help us out?
What should I do next?
You're more experienced with children, so you can see what he's like at school. Is this something we can do?
If the situation is really affecting the child and it can't be fixed, you might want to think about changing kindergartens to make sure the child is happy and healthy.


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I can understand how concerning this situation must be for you. It's important to address the issue directly with the kindergarten administration and not just the teacher involved. Request a meeting with the principal or head of the school to discuss your concerns about your child being treated unfairly and the previous incident of alleged physical punishment. Ensure that you have all the facts ready and, if possible, any evidence that supports your claims.
It's heartbreaking to hear that your little one is facing such challenges at school. Building a positive relationship with your child's teacher might help. Try to have an open and honest conversation, expressing your feelings and concerns without placing blame. Suggest ways you and the teacher can work together to support your child's behavior and wellbeing in the classroom. Sometimes, a cooperative approach can lead to a better understanding between both parties.
This is such a tough situation for you and your child. If you feel that the teacher's treatment of your child has not improved despite your efforts, it may be time to consider other educational settings that could provide a more nurturing environment. Research other kindergartens in your area and visit them to see if they would be a better fit for your child. Sometimes, a change of scenery can make a world of difference for a young child's happiness and learning experience.
Hearing about your child's struggles at kindergarten must be so difficult. You might want to seek support from a counselor or a child psychologist who specializes in early childhood issues. They can offer guidance on how to handle the situation with the school and also provide strategies to help your child cope with any negative experiences. Additionally, a professional can give you advice on how to reinforce positive behavior at home, which can complement any efforts made by the teachers at school.