When kids feel alone or pressured at school, parents are their most important advocate. While the majority may stick to what they think is “the norm,” more and more parents are realizing there isn't just one way to do school.
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School refusal is a term used to describe the anxiety a school-aged child has about his or her refusal to go to school. It is also called school avoidance or school phobia. It can be seen in different types of situations and can be distressing for the child, school administrators as well as the parents. #schoolanxiety #parenting #school refusal. :https://lnkd.in/eNYyZCdE.
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A great piece on the growing crisis of school 'refusal' and the reality behind it; barriers to accessing education, such as mental health issues, learning difficulties and disabilities, trauma, home displacement, family breakdowns and financial instability. Not to mention, the systemic under-resourcing of schools and consequent lack of support for young people who learn differently, need flexible and alternative modes of education, and wellbeing support. As the article says, in many cases, absence and disengagement from school isn't 'school refusal' but 'school can't,' for a variety of complex reasons. Education shouldn't be, and can't be, a one-size-fits-all approach.
Alice can't get her daughter to school. She knows you're judging her for it
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There are students in every school who feel anxious about going to school. What do you do when the anxiety reaches a level where they won’t leave the house in the morning? First, ensure you know the reason for the behaviour you see. Then, work with the professionals who can help. This is a good article for teachers, school leaders and parents.
What to Do When Your Child Refuses to Go to School
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Identifying early signs of academic struggle is crucial for a child's educational development. '7 Warning Signs Your Child Is Struggling in School' offers insightful guidance for parents. Learn how to spot these signs and effectively support your child’s learning journey. #EducationalSupport #ChildDevelopment #SpecialEducation #BallouEducation
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Over the past 2 years, I have worked with thousands of children in schools throughout the West Midlands, around 80 schools. This has not been brief visits; it has been in-depth programs for the fantastic Nikki Holmes and #Safertogether. In secondary schools, we most commonly work with children at risk of exclusion or struggling with their SEMH. In primary schools, mainly for classes of year 6 children. Key things I have noticed: Personally, I believe the key time to work with students from a mentoring perspective is year 6-7. The changes a child goes through as soon as they hit year 7 compared to 8 weeks earlier in year 6: - 2 regular teachers to maybe 12 [no real connection] - 60 students in a year to 300 [can become lost] - A big school, 10 new classrooms [overwhelming] - Homework daily [stress] - Exposed to children who are far older and have different agendas [exploitation] - Isolated due to lack of friends or friends moving on [alone] - Get picked up from school - Now walk home alone [vulnerable] - Parents/carer normally in after school - Alone time when home from school [seclusion] Imagine all of the change as well as issues some Children are going through at home. It's important we recognise this transitional time. I find this is a time that can make or break a child's next 6 years. This post is not to worry people but to raise more awareness of children's emotional health and well-being.
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Tackling Education Challenges: The Role of Parents | Engaging with Dream Center Discover the importance of parental involvement in education and how it can positively impact your child's learning. Join us as we explore the significant role parents play in education and highlight the Dream Center's parent participation program. Together, let's work towards holistic student success. #ParentalInvolvement #EducationMatters #DreamCenterProgram #StudentSuccess #FamilyEngagement #SupportiveParents #QualityEducation #BuildingStrongerCommunities #ParentParticipation #EducationChallenges #Clothesandadream #Docameyspeaks
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📣 Parent Workshop Replay: Navigating School for Your Neurodivergent Child In this workshop you will learn: ✔️What to look for in a school that aligns with your child’s strengths and needs and how to know if your child is in the wrong educational setting ✔️Why you might consider public, private, homeschool, or unschooling ✔️What are the differences between a 504 Plan and an IEP level of support ✔️How to effectively collaborate with teachers and understanding what types of call for an email, phone call, conference, or formal meeting ✔️Preparing your child for the next level of school at Kindergarten, middle school, high school, and beyond. Free preview at the link: https://lnkd.in/gwVFZFjz #parentworkshop #neurodivergent #adhdparenting #autismfamily #autismparents #autismparenting #parentingadhd #schooladvice #elementaryschool
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Empowering Our Kids: Why Parents Matter So Much in Their Education 🌟 As educators, we know that a child’s learning goes way beyond the classroom. To truly support their growth, we need parents on board—because let’s face it, parents are key in shaping not just academic success, but also the emotional and social sides of our kids. Research shows that when parents are involved, kids do better in school, have stronger social skills, and are more resilient when challenges pop up. But with our busy lives, it’s easy for this involvement to slip. Imagine the difference if we all made a little more effort! This isn’t just about showing up at parent-teacher conferences. It’s about being an active part of your child’s learning—talking with them about what they’re learning, showing a positive attitude toward school at home, and supporting their emotional health. Articles like “The Power of Parental Involvement in Education” and research such as “Parental Involvement in Children’s Education: Why Does It Make a Difference?” highlight just how impactful engaged parenting can be. People like Dr. Joyce Epstein have spent years studying how strong family-school partnerships make all the difference. Parents, we encourage you to be more involved. Ask your kids about their day, help them set goals, and create a home environment that nurtures curiosity and learning. Your role is invaluable—not just for their grades, but for building the confidence and character they need in life. Let’s team up to build a supportive community around every child, making sure they have everything they need to thrive. #ParentalInvolvement #HolisticEducation #EducationMatters #ChildDevelopment #Parenting #FamilyEngagement #EducationalSuccess #EmpowerParents #CommunitySupport #BuildingFutureLeaders #ParentingTips #JoyceEpstein #ChildhoodEducation
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School Refusal: When your child is refusing to go to school you can be pretty sure that there is an underlying reason so it is important for parents to get to the bottom of the problem - so take it seriously. We (High Performance Learning) provide a full diagnostic educational assessment so you can find out about any weaknesses your child may have which will be impacting on their learning and causing them stress at school or when doing their homework. Furthermore, lack of confidence at school can make your child a prime target for bullying and other social issues at school. https://lnkd.in/g3izvBXf
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The current curriculum is not suited to a good proportion of children so one of the practical alternatives is having a meaningful discussion with the senior leader in charge of curriculum and ask for changes. Questions you can ask as a parent are 1) where is my child making good progress and enjoying her learning ? Why do you think this subject /s are working for her ? 2) in which subjects does my child struggle and is unhappy of not engaging ? Why do you think ? 3) what changes can you make to her timetable to help her adjust and engage more meaningfully in school ? 4) can you help her by allocating a mentor who can be her ‘go- to person’ and can evaluate how well she’s settling back into school ? 5) how willl you ensure you hear and listen to what my child thinks of school life and help her to attend because she genuinely wants to ? Schools have it in their gift to ensure children attend and are happy in school so a parent should have high expectations of the school adjusting what they do to help children re-engage. A good school should bend over backwards to do just that ! Naomi Fisher Dame Rachel de Souza
When a child is struggling with school attendance, many of the strategies which adults employ can make things worse. Here are the three which I think do the most damage and which I often hear about in my therapy room. 1. Tell a child that school is critically important and that if they don’t attend they will never get an interesting job or lead a fulfilling life. Children believe us. If they can’t attend school, they think their whole life will be blighted. This leads to despair and hopelessness about the future. 2. Make home less pleasant and don’t interact with children if they do not go to school in order that the child ‘chooses’ school. This leads to a breakdown in relationship between parents and children and children who are chronically under stimulated and unhappy. I hear from parents who say that their children just sit on the stairs from 9-3 each day, staring into space. 3. Force them into school, no matter what their level of distress. People do this in the belief that children will learn through exposure that school isn’t as bad as they think and will become less anxious. Exposure doesn’t work if it is forced and you feel out of control, and anxiety is often a reaction not a reason. Children become sensitised to school and soon are highly anxious about everything to do with school, included reading, teachers and other children. What’s the alternative? Find out what’s going wrong. What is it about this school for this child which isn’t working? Think about whether anything could change. Focus on building them up and do things they enjoy together. Give them opportunities to learn about things which interest them. Tell them stories of hope, and that you’ll help them learn and find their way to a fulfilling life. For a happy child is more likely to be able to access education, however they do that. If you take away their happiness in order to force them into school, it is an empty victory.
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