As parents, we want our children to feel happy and secure at school. But when your child is experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA), this can feel like an enormous challenge. If you're reading this, chances are you've already been on quite a journey with your child, navigating the com...
There are many different terms that are used to describe a child's absence from school. These terms include "school refusal," "truancy," and "persistent absenteeism." While they all relate to a child's non-attendance at school, they have distinct meanings and implications which are important for all...
As teachers, TAs and SENCOs, we're all too familiar with the challenges of supporting pupils who struggle to attend school. Whether it's a Year 3 who can't seem to make it through the school gates or a Year 11 whose attendance has suddenly plummeted, these situations are complex and often heart-wren...
As Educational Psychologists, we've all unfortunately become very familiar with the growing challenge of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) in schools. The complexities of EBSA need a holistic approach that extends beyond the school gates and into the home environment. While we've been incred...
Working Memory is the biggest predictor of childrenā€™s achievement we have. In essence, it is our 'thinking capacity' and is that important for learning that is has been likened to the 'new IQ' by some researchers.
Working Memory is our capacity to think about and process information; both new (e.g....
by Aidan Fielding (Trainee Educational Psychologist, The University of Manchester), supervised by Dr Emma Harding (Academic and Professional Tutor, The University of Manchester)
In his blog, Aidan explores the impact of COVID-19 and associated restrictions on children's play at home. Drawing from p...
