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Social and Emotional Competencies

Social and emotional competencies help children understand themselves and develop a positive sense of themselves in relation to their peers, family and the community

Last updated 4 September 2025

About Social and Emotional Competencies

The NEL Framework identifies five social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 1: Develop self-awareness

Self-awareness is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 2: Develop self-management and regulation

Self-management and regulation is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 3: Develop social awareness

Social awareness is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 4: Build relationships with family, friends and significant adults

Relationship management is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 5: Take responsibility for their actions

Responsible decision-making is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.