Bradford Schools Introduce EBSA Guidance Consultations

New Support Offered for Schools Through Educational Psychology Team

Bradford schools will now have access to EBSA (Emotional Based School Avoidance) Guidance Consultations, provided by the Educational Psychology Team. This initiative is designed to support schools as part of the assess, plan, do, review process for pupils experiencing emotional difficulties affecting their school attendance.

Details of the EBSA Guidance Consultations

The Educational Psychology Team is offering dedicated consultation slots focused on EBSA. These sessions aim to provide guidance and support to schools working with pupils who may be avoiding school due to emotional challenges.

Key points about the consultations include:

• They are integrated within the assess, plan, do, review framework used by schools and educational professionals.
• They provide an opportunity for schools to discuss individual cases with educational psychologists.
• The consultations aim to help schools develop effective strategies to support pupils experiencing EBSA.

Supporting Pupils with Emotional Based School Avoidance

Emotional Based School Avoidance is a complex issue where pupils may find it difficult to attend school due to anxiety, stress, or other emotional difficulties. The guidance consultations are intended to assist schools in identifying appropriate interventions and ensuring that pupils receive the necessary support to re-engage with their education.

Schools interested in accessing these consultation slots are encouraged to contact the Educational Psychology Team for further information and to arrange sessions.