Attachment Theory in Early Care Settings

Attachment relationships form the foundation for healthy development across all domains. This guide examines attachment theory and its implications for early childhood settings, presenting strategies for building secure relationships with children in group care contexts.

Contents

• Attachment Theory Foundations
• Attachment in Group Care
• Primary Caregiving Models
• Transitions and Separations
• Supporting Insecure Attachment
• Teacher-Child Relationships
• Working with Families