Benevolent Childhood Experiences (BCEs) – A Different Approach to Child Wellbeing
The long-term impact of ACEs has been widely studied and research has shown that such incidents can lead to severe long-term health and behavioural challenges.
Joining up the Dots: Preventing Sexual Abuse in Schools
In this blog, we take a closer look at possible warning signs of sexual abuse, the impact it can have and the importance of early intervention in providing the best possible care to vulnerable children.
The Suicide Prevention Strategy: What does it mean for schools?
Although suicide is the leading cause of death for young people in the UK, it is important to understand suicide is preventable. Too often young people suffer in silence when experiencing suicidal thoughts for fear of judgment and misunderstanding. By lowering the stigma and being proactive in noticing when students are struggling, schools are in […]
6 Key Reasons to Factor Safeguarding Software into Your 2024 Budget
With mental health and wellbeing issues dramatically rising for both children and educational staff in the wake of the pandemic and cost of living crisis, safeguarding in schools has become more challenging and complex than ever before. Balancing budgets with the need to uphold safeguarding responsibilities as mandated by the Keeping Children Safe in Education […]
The Importance of Monitoring Signs of Malnutrition in Schools
As a result of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, more children in schools are living in poverty, with millions going hungry or at risk of going hungry. Currently 4.3 million children in the UK live in poverty, and with grocery inflation currently standing at the highest level on record, this number is likely to increase. Growing […]
Suicide Prevention: Recognising Signs and Initiating Conversations
Don’t miss out on this empowering webinar that equips you with tools to make a positive impact in the lives of children and young people.
Supporting Teacher and Staff Wellbeing
While teaching can be incredibly rewarding, it’s not without its challenges. Funding cuts, looming inspections, ambitious targets and pandemic-imposed issues–which are still lingering–are placing school staff under significant pressure. Teachers are stretched in terms of time, money, resources and support – and in many cases, their mental wellbeing is suffering as a result. According to […]