Previous Training
Previous Training
Buckinghamshire Virtual School offers training for schools alongside our partners in the local authority. We aim to provide schools with an understanding of some of the main challenges faced by vulnerable children and their families while suggesting some practical strategies to support this cohort. The Virtual School recognises that schools are a safe haven for our vulnerable pupils. We aim to provide training, advice, and guidance which will benefit all pupils on role while creating more inclusive environments for our vulnerable children.
Please see below details of previous training carried out and any accompanying documentation/recordings.
School Avoidance and Reintegration
This course, delivered by professionals from the Educational Psychology team, explored the most up-to-date research and guidance around supporting individuals who display EBSA...
Training carried out:
Online
26.04.2022
An Overview of common Mental Health Issues in Children and Young People
This training offers a brief introduction to the MH issues often seen by professionals in front-line work with CYP.....
Online 20.09.2022
Key Words: Autumn term, SEND, Virtual School
Impact of Trauma on child development
This session will introduce the topic of trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and how these impact on child development. The session will look at how all aspects of daily living and the ability to learn can be affected by trauma. It will also provide guidance on what good practise may look like in a trauma informed school.
Online 15.11.22
Key Words: Winter term, SEND, Virtual School
From behaviour management to behaviour support - a focus on inclusive cultures for children with social workers
This course will explore how to create a school culture which reduces the need for exclusion and suspension for vulnerable children and young people....
Online 07.03.2023
Key Words: Spring term, SEND, Virtual School
Working Effectively with Parents and Carers
This course will explore how to build positive and productive relationships with parents and carers.
Online 28.06.2022
Supporting Children and Young People with Attachment Difficulties
This training is delivered by a specialist clinician (Clinical Psychologist) from the Looked After and Adopted children’s team in CAMHS...
Online 07.11.2022
Key Words: Winter term, SEND, Virtual School
Transition planning in key stage 2 and key stage 4 for children with social workers
This course will explore some of the specific challenges faced by vulnerable children and young people at key transitions points in their education. It will look at how best to support this process in the primary and secondary phase.
Online 24.01.2022
Key Words: Winter term, SEND, Virtual School
Supporting the educational achievements of care experienced young people
This session is for professionals supporting children and young people who have experienced adversity in educational settings, specifically relating to care experienced children and young people.
Online 16.05.23
Exploitation risks and our vulnerable children
This training is delivered by a specialist in contextual safeguarding from the social care team in Children’s Services.
Online 20.06.23