ACHIEVEMENT OF CHILD-FRIENDLY SCHOOL INDICATORS AT TKIT MUTIARA ISLAM PALOPO: CHALLENGES AND EXPECTATIONS
Abstract
This study aims to determine the achievement of Child-Friendly School (CFS) Program indicators at TKIT Mutiara Islam Palopo and to identify the challenges and expectations in its implementation. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. Research subjects included the school principal, teachers, and parents. The findings indicate that the achievement of CFS indicators at TKIT Mutiara Islam Palopo has been implemented fairly well, as reflected in four main indicators: (1) child-friendly school policies emphasizing prohibition of violence and child-friendly teaching approaches; (2) a safe, clean, and comfortable school environment with intensive teacher supervision; (3) child-centered learning processes through play-based learning methods; and (4) teacher attitudes and roles that are friendly, patient, and respectful of each child. However, there remain challenges such as differences in children's characteristics, limited facilities and infrastructure, consistency in implementation, and suboptimal parental involvement. On the other hand, there are great expectations from the school and parents that the CFS program will continue to be improved through enhanced facilities, teacher competence, and closer cooperation between school and parents.
Keywords
Monthly Statistics (Last 12 Months)
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