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The COS Circle of Security is a simple yet powerful way to help children feel secure, supported, and understood. At PB West, we offer Circle of Security training for parents, carers, and educators who want to build stronger, healthier relationships with the children in their care.
This relationship-based approach helps adults recognise what children need emotionally, even when their behaviour is challenging. With practical tools and a clear roadmap, the Circle of Security program helps you respond in a way that supports emotional growth and trust.
It also teaches caregivers how to manage their own emotional reactions, so they can respond calmly and consistently in stressful moments. This can dramatically shift the dynamic between adult and child, building more open, respectful communication.
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PB West’s Circle of Security courses are designed to be clear, relatable, and useful from the very first session. You don’t need a background in psychology or teaching. If you care for children and want to support their emotional wellbeing, this training is for you.
Each course is grounded in everyday situations that parents and carers face—tantrums, clinginess, withdrawal, or aggression. Instead of focusing only on how to stop these behaviours, the program helps you understand the feelings underneath. That insight often brings immediate relief and clarity.
The sessions explore common parenting challenges and help you understand the needs behind a child’s behaviour. You’ll learn to create safe connections, set boundaries with kindness, and stay present in moments of frustration. It’s not about being a perfect parent—it’s about being a consistent, safe one.
We often deliver Circle of Security classes as part of our wider family support services, and they align well with:
The language used throughout the course also complements other safety and wellbeing frameworks, providing a consistent foundation across all care environments.
Our Circle of Security training is grounded in decades of research on attachment and child development. The program offers a fresh perspective on how children seek safety and connection, especially during emotional or stressful moments.
PB West facilitators guide you through the Circle of Security parenting model in a non-judgemental, supportive space. We understand the pressure adults can feel, and we meet you where you are. The learning is gradual and compassionate, with time to pause and reflect along the way.
The training blends group discussion, video reflection, and practical strategies. Many participants say the course changes how they see their child’s behaviour—and how they respond to it. You’ll walk away with a new understanding of what secure attachment looks like and how small shifts in your response can make a big difference.
It’s also a valuable program for educators and childcare workers who want to build safe, emotionally responsive learning environments. By learning to recognise attachment needs and support regulation, staff can strengthen their relationships with children and reduce stress in the classroom or centre.
Our Circle of Security courses online are a great option for busy families and professionals who need flexible access. Delivered via interactive online platforms, the sessions are designed to be just as engaging and supportive as our in-person groups.
You’ll receive all the same tools, videos, and opportunities for guided reflection as our face-to-face programs. Our Circle of Security training online means you can build connection and insight into your parenting, no matter where you’re located.
Online training also gives families the chance to participate together from the comfort of their home. This can make it easier to apply the concepts in daily life, with ongoing conversations about what each person is learning and how it fits into their routine.
It’s also a helpful refresher for those who’ve completed the course before and want to revisit the core ideas. Many families come back to it at different stages of their child’s development—particularly during transitions like starting school, adjusting to shared care, or supporting mental health needs.
If you want to build stronger emotional bonds and feel more confident supporting a child through big feelings, the Circle of Security program is a great place to start. Our training is accessible, compassionate, and built around real relationships—not theory alone.
We work with parents, carers, educators, and community workers across WA to support emotional safety and relational trust. Our sessions complement other services like protective behaviours resources, parenting support, and social-emotional learning.
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to show up, be curious, and stay open to learning something new. We’ll walk with you through the process, providing tools, reassurance, and real strategies to support your journey.
Ready to get started? Reach out to PB West to enrol in a Circle of Security course, or speak with our team about delivery options for your school or organisation.
The Circle of Security is a relationship-based approach that helps caregivers understand and respond to children’s emotional needs, building trust and security.
Our Circle of Security training courses are suitable for parents, carers, educators, and anyone supporting children. No special background is required.
The standard Circle of Security classes run over eight sessions. Each one builds on the last, offering time for reflection, discussion, and practical learning.
Yes. We offer Circle of Security courses online with flexible delivery. You’ll get the same tools and support as our in-person groups, from the comfort of your home.
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