Sharing/conflict resolution at nursery school?

quidsy

notanewuser wrote: »

Wasn't my sentence.

Apologies, you had both quoted the same post. I copied the wrong one. This was to reply to onlyroz

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notanewuser wrote: »

It makes perfect sense. The state education is secular. If you want religion, you're free as a parent to make that choice and observe outside of school hours.

Exactly. Religion is a choice, and people are free to practice any religion they choose outside of state-regulated environments, like schools. In France, parents are also free to send their children to religious schools, which are private and fee-paying. Choice is the operative word here.

I am not sure what was meant by Quidsy's comment "in more secular countries, many citizens do not have that choice"...Or were they confused over the meaning of "secular"?

quidsy

notanewuser wrote: »

I suppose so. But one that people are actively engaged with.

so..........:D

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onlyroz wrote: »

I think that perhaps you misunderstand what "secular" means.

I think we've hit the nail on the head!

onlyroz

For those in doubt:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secular_state

A secular state is a concept of secularism, whereby a state or country purports to be officially neutral in matters of religion, supporting neither religion nor irreligion.[1] A secular state also claims to treat all its citizens equally regardless of religion, and claims to avoid preferential treatment for a citizen from a particular religion/nonreligion over other religions/nonreligion. Secular states do not have a state religion (established religion) or equivalent, although the absence of a state religion does not necessarily mean that a state is fully secular; however, a true secular state should steadfastly maintain national governance without influence from religious factions; i.e. Separation of church and state.[2]

Sounds perfect to me.

Caroline_a

notanewuser wrote: »

Oldest language in Europe. Why do children at posh private schools learn latin? There are many benefits that come from being bilingual at an early age.

(By learning it, the language won't die. Hard to explain if you're not welsh but after hundreds of years of English oppression, the Welsh language is a real celebration of freedom.)

Not sure that the Latin reference is that relevant. Latin is used for many things, including scientific names and references, as well as being a root language for English. Welsh is just, well, Welsh. Not really much use outside Wales apart from some parts of Argentina I think. I think if you want your daughter to benefit from being bilingual she might be better learning Arabic or Mandarin!

I speak as someone whose parents were both Welsh and my mother spoke only Welsh until she was 7 - I remember her telling me that she never used it once she had moved to England.

notanewuser

onlyroz wrote: »

For those in doubt:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secular_state



Sounds perfect to me.

Where do I sign?

Morglin

Just a brief couple of comments, from this mum of 2 and gran to 5 natural grandkids and step-parent/nan to another 2 kids and 5 step grandkids:

When kids start nursery or school, nothing will ever be run exactly as parent or child might expect/want, but that's life and kids do adapt, as they will have to, over the years.

My kids, grandkids etc.,, all did the obligatory Christian prayers etc., - none are remotely interested in any religion now, so it did them no harm, and we have some lovely pics of all the nativity plays lol

The OP needs to just chill a little....;)

Lin

notanewuser

Caroline_a wrote: »

Not sure that the Latin reference is that relevant. Latin is used for many things, including scientific names and references, as well as being a root language for English. Welsh is just, well, Welsh. Not really much use outside Wales apart from some parts of Argentina I think. I think if you want your daughter to benefit from being bilingual she might be better learning Arabic or Mandarin!

I speak as someone whose parents were both Welsh and my mother spoke only Welsh until she was 7 - I remember her telling me that she never used it once she had moved to England.

Hardly surprising.

Why should it matter that it's not used outside Wales? Being bilingual has other benefits, like being exposed to music. It should help DD learn other languages more easily should she choose to in future (i didn't, as my time was taken up learning Welsh). With DH having chosen to move from England, and me having been brought up here, left for London and then returned, it's no bad thing in our view.

quidsy

I quite often mix my words, apologies if it caused confusion for anyone Glad I gave you something to get all excited over.