I have a 4-year-old DS. We moved to the UK about three months ago after I got a good job in a reputable organisation. He speaks very well in his mother tongue but has very little English, and he started Reception in September.
His teacher has recently told me that he doesn’t always listen when told “No,” even though he understands it. He has been aggressive with other children, scratching, hitting, and snatching their belongings. At his previous nursery back home, even though he only attended for a few months, I didn’t experience this behavior. At home, he is fine since he’s an only child, and in other playgroups (like church), he behaves well. I’m not sure if this is because he spends less time at church (and I’m mostly around) or because some of the other children can speak our language.
I want him to learn boundaries and stop these actions. At home, I have been telling him not to do these things, and sometimes he gets a time-out, similar to what he receives at school, so he understands the consequences. However, I was told he was aggressive again today.He also refuses to eat his school lunch, even if I pack something, so I’m not sure if hunger is contributing to this behavior.
I’m at a loss and don’t know how to help him stop these behaviors. I'm not present at the moment to redirect or intervene in any way. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.