Overview of Attachment and Trauma Training Programme
This Attachment and Trauma training programme provides schools with the tools they need to be attachment and trauma aware. Therefore, creating a positive learning environment. Moreover, it is led by experienced attachment and trauma specialists. The course also includes practical strategies to help staff better understand. As well as ways to support vulnerable children impacted by trauma and unmet attachment needs.
Our whole school Attachment and Trauma course helps improve attendance and reduce exclusions. Furthermore, it boosts academic engagement and enables children to achieve their full potential. In addition to this, teachers and other staff will be more confident in addressing and dealing with attachment and trauma-related issues in education. Therefore, improving relationships across the school community.
Delivered via two face-to-face sessions or a series of virtual webinars, this training programme can be tailored to meet your school’s individual needs and budget. A follow-up planning meeting for the senior management team will also be arranged, where all staff will be given access to online courses to back up the in-person sessions.
Trainers for this programme include: Sheila Mulvenney – ex Virtual School Head and author of ‘Barriers to Learning’. As well as, Alun Rees - ex Virtual School Head and Policy Advisor to NAVSH and author of the Virtual School Handbook. Also, Andrew Russell – ex Virtual School Head of various London Virtual School.
Aims of Attachment and Trauma Training Programme
- Increase understanding of the role of attachment and trauma in children’s education and strategies to better address their needs
- Reduce exclusions from school and improve attendance of children who are vulnerable
- Improve educational progress and the well-being of children who are vulnerable
- Develop the confidence and skills of teachers and staff to address trauma and attachment
- Identify effective approaches to addressing attachment and trauma in schools