Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service

Through the application of psychology we aim to support the inclusion, progress, development and wellbeing of children and young people across our city.

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

Let's talk about EBSNA. Yesterday 2 of our Assistant EPs delivered training on EBSNA.
Thinking about the emotions and experiences that may be contributing to school anxiety and finding ways to strengthen the protective factors were both popular activities. #twittereps

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

'Back to school' is just around the corner. It can be a time of mixed emotions for children, young people and families. @YoungMindsUK have some useful tips for dealing with back-to-school anxiety on their website Tips For Dealing With Back-to-school Anxiety | Blog | YoungMinds

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

As the summer holidays are almost upon us, we want to wish all the children and families across Stoke-on-Trent a wonderful summer break and to extend a thank you to all the school staff who have worked so hard to support the young people and families in our community.

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

😎 We want to make sure everyone can have the #BestSummerEver

☀️ Our Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme with @HUBBFoundation_ has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) accessible activities.

➡️ Book a session at https://t.co/kjvwzSwkep

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

A great day attending the Thrive at Five 'Parents thriving in the Early Years' conference at @StaffsUni yesterday. It was a fantastic opportunity to hear about the work Thrive at Five are doing within Stoke-on-Trent, learn from key speakers and network with others.

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

On the 4th July we will be holding training on Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA). If you are a Stoke-on-Trent school and feel you would like support with this in your setting please get in touch with us to find out more details.
@StokeEPS

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

We enjoyed delivering two successful 'Train the Trainer' sessions last week as part of our Relational Approaches in Education project. Thank you to the schools and staff who took part. #TwitterEPs

[playincluded @playincluded]

For #InternationalDayOfPlay, we’ve created a FREE activity guide challenging you to create your dream play space. By downloading, you will be entered into a #giveaway for a LEGO® voucher!

Share your creations with the hashtag #PlayIncluded!

Download: https://t.co/FyvRxFBqw2

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

Summer term is a good time to reflect and make plans, specifically 'Making Action Plans' (MAPs)! We are enjoying getting out and about in our Stoke schools, hearing about their journeys and developing actions for the future 😊

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

'Team work makes the dream work' - Another successful training session delivered last week with the Inclusive learning service🤝

We will be delivering this training again on 26.5.24.

📩If you are a Stoke-on-Trent school/setting then please contact us for further details.

[The Lullaby Trust @LullabyTrust]

Welcome to #SaferSleepWeek 2024! 🎉 We’re going to look at some common misunderstandings around the use of baby products, and how to create the safest sleep space for your little one. We’ll also explain how to keep your baby’s airway open and clear while they sleep.

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

Continuing our #WorldBookDay celebrations, Stoke-on-Trent Family Hubs will be launching community book collections.
They are available at Bentilee and Westfield Family Hubs plus Thomas Boughey and Stoke North Children’s Centres.
Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/6ox1lnCY9C

[YoungMinds @YoungMindsUK]

Today is the start of #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, and we want these messages to be seen by as many young people as possible. We asked our online community what advice they'd give to their 10-year-old self. These are their answers.

[All On The Board @allontheboard]

It’s Children’s Mental Health Week and it’s so important for us to encourage our children to share their thoughts and feelings about their mental health and to support one another.

#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #MentalHealth

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

Today is the start of National Apprenticeship Week 2024. We met apprentices in industries across the country to hear how they’re gaining the skills and experience to boost their careers and do something they love.

Find out more: https://t.co/vmeS2biIQJ

#SkillsForLife #NAW2024

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

In our recent training on 'Attachment, Trauma and Resilience' this patchwork quilt activity was thought-provoking and insightful for the staff taking part and prompted lots of discussion about the possible implications of early disruptive relationships.
Thank you @dr_treisman

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

Ideal classrooms made from Lego!
Some of our assistant EPs have been working with pupils to find out what they would include in their ideal classrooms.
This is a fun, creative way to engage with pupils and discuss their views about school😊
https://t.co/3SU3TT3Ciw

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

🗞️Our 1⃣st Special Educational Needs and Disabilities newsletter is hitting inboxes with information on:

🛝Things to do
🫂Finding support
👨‍👦The Stoke Parent Carer Forum from @VASTstaffs
🌈Inclusion week info from @StokeEPS

and more!

➡️Subscribe here: https://t.co/UwcMWbm2qZ

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

The first edition of the Stoke-on-Trent SEND newsletter has been published including a section from us here at the EPS.

The article also includes lots of useful information and resources for families and young people across our city.
https://t.co/jUhqBAm3rZ

[Stoke-On-Trent Educational Psychology Service @StokeEPS]

Step into a new year and step into kindness.
A lovely sentiment for Christmas and beyond😊
@BPSOfficial
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