Schools are dynamic, constantly evolving environments where various professionals play pivotal roles in supporting pupilsā well-being and learning. Amidst this, the role of attendance officers or education welfare officers, especially in addressing Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA), is crucial...
For many children and young people (CYP), the school stands as a place which encapsulates moments of joy and lifelong friendships. Yet, for others, the path to the school gate becomes encumbered with multifaceted barriers.
A young boy I recently saw (let's call him Alex), found the school environme...
In the realm of educational policy and practice, the challenges surrounding school attendance, particularly among children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), have garnered significant attention. The July meeting of the Attendance Action Alliance (AAA) explored t...
With the recent announcement of the trials of Regional Attendance Action Allianceās, this blog explores government initiatives and further recommendations to support their āraising attendanceā agenda.
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Attendance Action Alliance ā Key Priorities
The Attendance Action Alliance (AAA) is a governme...
by Mr Johnson, a UK Secondary School Teacher
When I first met Sam, a Year 8 student, he was already on the path towards persistent absenteeism. What initially appeared as general reluctance to attend school soon revealed itself to be a deeply rooted case of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)...
