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...
We understand that children and young people may occasionally miss school for various reasons. Sometimes this is related to their physical health, their mental well-being, or a range of other school / family related factors.
The Checklist for Attendance Tracking and Support (CATS) is from Dr Jerric...
by Dr Becky Morgan, Educational Psychologist
In my doctoral research I explored the way that language and discourse impacts the self-concept and social-identity of autistic adolescent girls. Various personal and professional reasons led me to this area of study, but one major influence was my exper...
In the continually busy school environment, amidst the laughter and chatter of children, there lies a silent struggle that often goes unnoticed - Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). As an attendance lead, your role is pivotal in identifying, understanding, and addressing this complex issue th...
by Dr Shannon Corcoran – Educational Psychologist
Effective intervention and support for school attendance difficulties requires an understanding of the perceived ‘push and pull’ factors contributing to attendance from the perspective of the child/young person who is experiencing the difficulties a...
