We then shifted our conversation to what makes us feel safe at EFS. The overwhelming response from children was that their teachers make them feel safe and take care of them in school. We also spoke of friends at EFS making us feel safe. When it comes right down to it, it is the people that create the environment, culture and therefore feeling of safety at EFS. I often hear comments about the wonderful people at EFS from adults in the building - teachers love working with their colleagues and parents enjoy each other's support and friendship. I was so happy to hear the children echo this feeling in our discussion yesterday. It is indeed the people that make the place.
-Loris Malaguzzi