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This introduction will teach staff some of the basic principles of Emotional Logic and how, with further training, they can apply this method in an educational setting. Through practical skills training, background theory, conversational practise and discussion, participants will begin to make an initial and constructive response to emotional turmoil and adjustment to change.

To provide a forum to discuss concerns and challenges To provide ‘safe space’ to discuss issues and concerns with professionals in similar roles To network and make links with other family pastoral staff To share ideas and resources To consider challenges of work and how to overcome them

To explore legislative processes and national guidance relating to the statutory and pre-statutory aspects of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) as underpinned by the Children and Families Act (2014). This session aims to explore the myths, facts and data that underpin national narratives around SEND and offer practical solutions for SENCos working directly in this context.

These support groups will provide opportunities for reflection, supportive challenge, and personal support from an educational psychologist and a family learning mentor.

To provide a forum to discuss concerns and challenges To provide ‘safe space’ to discuss issues and concerns with professionals in similar roles To network and make links with other family pastoral staff To share ideas and resources To consider challenges of work and how to overcome them

Attentional, impulsivity, and hyperactivity needs (including ADHD) can result in a ‘vicious cycle’ whereby pupils experiencing them not only miss academic content but are also reprimanded and corrected far more than their peers. Over time, this creates a learning and behaviour gap between these individuals that negatively impacts how they are viewed by other pupils, parents, staff, and themselves.