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In this episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss the best way to prepare for a meeting at school so that you can get the best support for your child/children.  If you have any topics you'd like us to discuss please contact us on podcast@adoption-focus.org.uk

In this episode we discuss trauma informed schools with our guest speaker Hayley, the headteacher at Spen Valley High. At Spen Valley High School they believe strongly in ethical leadership and whatever barriers there are to learning, they aim to support their students so they can remain in school, engaged in their learning and achieving well.During the episode we explore what trauma informed schools are, what makes them different, how they work with families and what benefits they have ...

Episode 11 of our Education in Focus podcast discusses promoting good school and parent relationships. Leigh, Lisa and Jason chat about how as parents we can build a team around our children in an education setting, what part attachment plays and how you can advocate for your child to help them have a positive experience.

In this episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss all those transitions that can happen before, during and after the school day that your child may need support with.

Many events in schools can be lots of fun on the face of it but can be sources of anxiety for our children.  From Halloween to Mother's Day to Christmas it is always a good idea to look out for these kind of events at school, be prepared and ask for more details so you can support your child.In this episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason will talk about what those triggers might be and how you can help your child still be included and enjoy them.

Our Schools Social Care Service helps children and families cope with social and psychological problems that may arise at school, at home, or in the larger community.We can provide your school with a flexible and adaptable service to meet the needs of each school. Our skilled social care workers will work with pupils to eliminate barriers to learning. The aim is to ensure that every child has the chance to fulfil their potential by reducing levels of education failure, ill health, substance m...