School Transitions Training - supporting pupils through change with a nurturing approach

Develop a nurturing approach to transitions

This self-paced digital course will support you by:

Equipping you with practical strategies for helping learners navigate all types of transition
Empowering you to create nurturing environments that foster security and boost self-esteem
Deepening your understanding of the Six Principles of Nurture and their application to transitions for your children and young people

You'll learn more about how macro and micro-transitions affect children and young people, and how to help them navigate the inevitable changes that life brings.

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Self-paced course at discover level - first steps towards developing more nurturing transitions in your school.

Transitions, whether big or small, can be a significant source of anxiety for your pupils. A nurturing approach aims to build a sense of belonging through strong relationships, empathy and a caring and settled environment. When children are supported during transitions, they feel more secure and cared for, and far more able to move forward and continue learning.

Course details

Self-paced. Duration around 2 hours.

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My eldest really struggles to come to school in the morning as she has problems when there’s transitions. The nurture side of the school is just amazing. They are safe being able to continue with their education...

Parent of Inclusive MAT pupil

This course is self-paced and divided into bite-sized chapters, meaning you can access the course materials anytime, anywhere, and learn at your own speed. The course includes:

E-learning access: Access to e-learning from our experts (1.5 hours of video content) covering these key questions:
- What is transition?
- How can the Six Principles of Nurture refine and support your approach to transitions?
- How is the wellbeing of all stakeholders prioritised?
- What are the next steps for you as an individual or your whole setting?
- What practical strategies and approaches can help?
Comprehensive resource library: Downloadable resources to support the application of learning to your specific setting.

This course also includes a certificate of completion, perfect for your professional portfolio.

By the end of the course you'll be able to:

Apply the Six Principles of Nurture to transitions in your setting.
Reflect upon what successful transitions look like in your setting.
Improve your approach to successful transitions in your setting.
Consider further ways to embed successful transitions in your setting.

This self-paced course is designed for educators (teachers and teaching assistants), particularly those working with children and young people in school who are struggling with the experience of transitions (between schools, between years, or in their lives outside of school).

It is also suitable for SENCOs and leaders who wish to develop a more nurturing approach to transitions that builds the emotional resilience of children and young people across a whole school.

This course is at the develop level of our product framework.

It complements our Transition Toolbox and the Boxall Profile^® Online Transition Passport.