INCREDIBLE YEARS A programme for parents of children

INCREDIBLE YEARS A programme for parents of children aged 3 to 8 years Parvathi Raghunathan Chari Mc. Cann

Incredible Years Parenting (IYP) programme Developed by Caroline Webster Stratton (USA) in 1970’s Extensively researched over 30+ years supporting its effectiveness worldwide Findings in N. Z. is similar to International evidence for effectiveness IYP endorsed in N. Z. by MOH, MSD and MOE Successfully adapted to many other cultures including migrant and refugee background

What’s it all about? IYP programme aims to develop positive and nurturing parenting It is designed to enhance parents’ ability to deal with their day to day children’s behaviour

What will the Parents learn? How to play with your child? The art of effective praising How to motivate your child through rewards The art of limit setting Discipline Problem solving Anger management Routines How to communicate with children Academic support

Parents’ Commitment 14 to 16 weeks-2. 5 hours per week Complete pre and post programme data Readings and practice Home work Feedback to groups each week

Benefits for Children Positive relationships School readiness Academic skills Social and emotional Skills Communication skills Predictability

The Sessions • Vignettes • Problem solving, finding solutions using discussions, role play and rehearsal • Promote parents’ engagement with each other and encourage buddy calls

Facilitators’ perspective What assists parents of refugee background to participate in IYP? Bilingual support Working in collaboration with RAS, Red Cross UMMA Trust, ARMS, Volunteers and Community Providing and organising transport Liaising and negotiating attendance Access to venues