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The Circle of Security Parenting (COSP)

Overview

Build a Stronger, More Secure Relationship with Your Child

(COSP) helps you to understand your Child’s emotions and needs, so you can respond with confidence, warmth, and calm.

What is Circle of Security™ Parenting (COSP)?
It is a supportive evidence-based group programme that helps parents and caregivers better understand children’s emotions, behaviour and need for connection.

This programme can help you:
● Strengthen your connection with your child
● Understand your child’s emotional cues and behaviours
● Build a more secure and resilient relationship
● Feel more confident and calm in your parenting
● Meet other parents/caregivers and share experiences
A gentle approach to parenting that is
● not about blaming parents/caregivers or “fixing” children
● about helping you notice what your child needs and how you can support them

Duration

Friendly 2-hour group session once per week for 8 weeks

Delivery

In-person, group
Certificate Awarded on Completion

Who Is It For?

Parents/Caregivers (including Fathers) of children ages 4 months to 5 years old

How to Book

Circle of Security Referral

Parents or professionals can make a referral

Contact Info

Email: parentingprogrammes@enfield.gov.uk

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