Journal La Edusci
Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): Journal La Edusci

Child-Friendly School Management

Hilva Ramadhani (Sultan Syarif Kasim State Islamic University, Indonesia)
Nabila Amanina (Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
04 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study examines the implementation of Child-Friendly School (CFS) management at Madrasah Ibtidaiyyah Uways Alqorni Pekanbaru as an effort to fulfill and protect children’s rights within the educational environment. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through literature review and field observations to capture school policies, leadership practices, learning processes, and daily interactions that reflect child-friendly principles. The findings reveal that the principal plays a pivotal role in leading and sustaining child-friendly management through rights-based policies, positive discipline, inclusive learning strategies, and collaborative school culture. The implementation of CFS at MI Uways Alqorni emphasizes non-discrimination, student participation, safety, and emotional well-being, contributing to the prevention of violence and bullying while promoting students’ holistic development. Supportive facilities, clear operational procedures, and strong involvement of parents and the community further strengthen the effectiveness of child-friendly practices. The study concludes that effective school leadership and integrated management are key determinants in translating child-friendly policies into sustainable educational practices. These findings highlight the potential of Child-Friendly School management as a practical strategy for improving educational quality and safeguarding children’s rights.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JournalLaEdusci

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Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Social Sciences Other

Description

Journal La Edusci ISSN 2721-1258 (Online) and ISSN 2721-0979 (Print) includes all the areas of research activities in all fields of Education such as Teacher education, Population education, Vocational education, Value education, Psychological education, Educational counseling, Educational ...