Our promise
All of our programmes are rooted in emerging research, providing you with clear insights on the latest scientific advancements about school-aged children and young people’s well-being. We turn research discoveries into practical strategies, empowering teachers, educators and other professionals to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
Professional development and learning
Evidence-based support and bespoke programmes. Choose from full-day, half-day, or twilight formats.
Empowering girls in sport and physical activity: strategies for inclusive practices
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While discussions on this topic often focus on adolescence, gender inequalities in physical activity begin much earlier, typically between the ages of 2-6. As a result, girls from a young age miss out on important physical, mental, and social benefits. What factors are driving this gap in activity levels and drop-out in sport? In this course, we will break down the barriers girls encounter in different settings, explore how these challenges change as they age, and discuss the latest thinking on what practices can promote greater inclusion and participation.
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The barriers girls face in sports and physical activity and how to address them.
Techniques for creating an inclusive and supportive environment in PE classes.
Strategies to encourage lifelong physical activity among girls.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Understanding the ‘manosphere’ and its influence on offline behaviour
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The Netflix show Adolescence has spotlighted many challenges that schools and young people face today, particularly the real-world influence of online misogyny. But beyond the television drama, what do scientists actually know about figures like Andrew Tate, the messages they promote, and their methods for reaching young audiences? This course will explore research findings on the content adolescents consume and discuss expert-recommended strategies to counter these harmful narratives without unintentionally reinforcing them.
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The nature and impact of online misogyny on young people, including insights from research studies of the manosphere and influencers like Tate.
How online content transitions from digital spaces to real-world behaviours, examining its effects on schools and different genders.
Key strategies to avoid when addressing these issues, along with effective approaches to help young people critically engage with the content they encounter.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Promoting physical activity among neurodiverse students—are we doing it right?
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Neurodivergent students constitute a growing proportion of children and young people today, yet they still face significant obstacles to participating in sports and physical activities both in and outside of school. Addressing these challenges begins with understanding them. This course will provide insights into the unique interests, strengths, and needs of neurodiverse students, techniques for adapting PE and other physical activities, and the considerable benefits of inclusive practices that extend beyond activity levels and participation rates.
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The disparity in physical activity levels between neurodiverse students and their peers.
The barriers that neurodiverse students encounter in being active and participating in sport, both in school and beyond.
Findings from international research studies, exploring how best to bridge this gap and foster more inclusive environments for all young people.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Managing test anxiety: techniques to boost wellbeing and enhance performance
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Academic performance is often regarded as a key measure of success. However, test anxiety can hinder students from realising their full potential and undermine their self-confidence. This course explores the factors contributing to test anxiety. From policies and parental influence to peer dynamics and income inequality, we’ll examine the range of known drivers as well as symptoms that may signal underlying issues. Join us as we unravel over 70 years of research and investigate which preventative and intervention strategies are supported by science.
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Signs and symptoms of test anxiety in students and how to recognise them.
Practical techniques to help students develop coping strategies and resilience.
Effective classroom practices that promote a supportive testing environment.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Exploring school avoidance and emotional barriers to attendance
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In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, many countries have seen a marked increase in school absenteeism and emotionally based school avoidance, posing serious challenges for educators and young people. While interventions often target persistently absent students, research shows that those missing seemingly small amounts of school also face considerable disadvantages to academic achievement. This course will confront the monumental challenge of school attendance and unravel emotional barriers to learning. Through group discussions and peer learning, we will examine emerging research about attendance patterns over time and examine effective wholeschool strategies to support students and improve outcomes.
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The key factors influencing school attendance and the implications of absenteeism on academic success.
Insights into emotional and behavioural factors contributing to school avoidance.
Practical interventions and support strategies to improve attendance and engagement.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Social media & screen time: navigating wellbeing and education in the digital age
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In today's digital age, screens are integral to young people’s lives, raising concerns about the harms of prolonged use and exposure to specific content. As we seek to protect this generation from adverse effects, the best available evidence suggest that effective solutions are far from onesize-fits-all remedies. It’s crucial to consider the content they consume, the platforms they use, and the contexts of their screen time. This course will reveal what emerging research tells us about the impacts of screen time and key learnings for navigating mental health in the digital age.
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The complex relationship between screen time and young people’s development, highlighting both potential risks and benefits.
Key findings from large-scale studies, revealing how different types of screen use affects academic performance and mental well-being.
Strategies for fostering a balanced approach to screen time, focusing on content quality and identifying key ages and genders at particular risk for harm.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Bullying, friendship and belonging: creating safer and more supportive school environments
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Schools are a key setting in the social development of children and young people. They are often where lifelong friendships begin but also where exclusion, harm, and bullying can take hold. Although prevalence estimates vary by context, studies on average suggest that approximately half of all students experience bullying at some point during their school years. These figures represent more than just statistics; they reflect deeply personal experiences that can shape a young person’s mental health, self-concept, and engagement with education. This course delves into how educators and school staff can move beyond reactive approaches to foster a culture of respect, connection and belonging.
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The underlying reasons why students engage in bullying and why some are more vulnerable than others.
Emerging insights into behaviours that fall outside traditional definitions of bullying but still cause harm.
Evidence-based anti-bullying interventions, along with expert recommendations for supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, addressing the existing gaps in evidence.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Prioritising teacher wellbeing amid stress, burnout and an ever-changing profession
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Teachers are a vital workforce in society, yet the profession frequently contends with high levels of stress, burnout, and emotional exhaustion. Research indicates that many educators face significant psychological challenges, which can adversely affect their personal wellbeing, professional performance, and overall satisfaction in their roles. This course aims to equip delegates with the tools and insights needed to enhance staff well-being. By focusing on both the prevention of negative mental health outcomes and the promotion of positive wellbeing, we will explore how schools can cultivate a supportive environment that fosters wellbeing and connection among colleagues.
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The shifting drivers of stress in the teaching profession and their impact on burnout, emotional well-being, and professional relationships.
The importance of addressing the distinct challenges teachers face, and the wider health and well-being costs of inaction.
Practical, evidence-based strategies identified through controlled studies that can help reduce anxiety, stress, and depression, and improve your overall well-being.
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All of our courses are designed by our team of experts, who bring together extensive knowledge in professional development, psychology, health, and education. We incorporate the latest findings and consult with leading academics to ensure our materials reflect the most recent insights and understanding in the field. Discover more about our team and their credentials here.
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Certificates: provided upon completion
Additional reading: Please note our all of courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals, so we strive to cover all essential content within the course workshop itself. However additional reading materials are made available to those who wish to explore topics in further detail.
Book now to secure your place and avoid disappointment.
Your partner in learning
In today's evolving world, professional development is not just beneficial—it’s essential.
With the latest thinking from leading international research, we are here to help every step of the way.
Addressing the evolving needs of young people
Children and young people now face an array of unprecedented physical and mental health challenges that demand skilled and responsive professionals. As their needs increase and become more complex, it’s crucial for key stakeholders to be equipped with the right knowledge and strategies to provide young people with the help they need.
Silencing the noise with evidence-based insights
We delve deep into the science—so you don’t have to—offering clear insights into what researchers are sure of (and what remains uncertain) about the challenges facing young people today. This equips you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to alleviate uncertainty, enabling you to feel informed and empowered about the latest developments.
Delivering change for real-world impact
We’re not just about research trends and findings; we focus on the "so what." Our courses provide practical strategies that translate research into actionable tips. You’ll gain both knowledge and the tools needed to foster positive change and create an environment where every child and young person can thrive.
