When pondering the meaning of “being kind” we tend to think about a friend or family member who we know we can rely on for comfort and support, maybe we think of a neighbour who always makes an effort to be friendly when you cross paths, or maybe you think of those who volunteer to […]
Supporting our pupils in developing strategies to manage any pressures, and so perform at their best has long been one of our aims, but, especially given current events, some children may be finding it harder than ever to avoid being overwhelmed by uncertainly and feel a higher degree of anxiety than typical at this stage of their young lives. There are more than a few parents and teachers who […]
I was honoured to be asked to talk at the British Boarding Schools Network conference last week, where I addressed how, as a prep school, we play a key and critical role in building the foundations for our children’s success and preparing them for life, wherever it may take them. This clip (very odd for […]
This week I spent time with a group of fellow psychologists that devote at least some of their time working in education. Aside from spending an afternoon swapping resources, building links and sharing our experiences, a few key themes emerged in our discussions. One topic that was revisited repeatedly was fear of failure, or more […]