Self-harm in pupils is a difficult topic for both schools and parents to handle and communication is paramount to aiding the pupil’s recovery. Pooky Knightsmith offerrs help for staff when talking to parents about their child and self-harm
If a child or young person is being groomed and sexually exploited, everyone in their life should know how to protect them; but what is the best way to talk to parents and carers about it? Use this download to help
When protecting children with SEND - some of your most vulnerable pupils - you should seek help from other professionals and use your professional judgement when making referrals, writes Debs Ward
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can have long-lasting effects on physical and mental health. Lisa Griffin explores examples and the impact they may have
Ensure that all staff, pupils and parents understand how to raise concerns through your whistleblowing policy, which you can tailor using our model document
Suicide is a traumatic event with devastating consequences. Sarah Kessling offers helpful things to say to young people who have been bereaved by suicide or are experiencing suicidal ideation
Download our model role description for a DSL to ensure that your school satisfies statutory requirements, and to make that information clear to staff and parents
