The course is designed to support students’ emotional, social, and mental well-being through structured, trauma-informed sessions.
Week 1: Introduction, establishing group norms, emotional check-in
Week 2: Understanding emotions, self-awareness exercises, mindfulness practice
Week 3: Building resilience, coping strategies, stress management activities
Week 4: Positive relationships, communication skills, conflict resolution
Week 5: Self-reflection, goal-setting, personal growth planning
Week 6: Review and consolidation, well-being assessment, reflection, feedback
Demonstrate improved emotional regulation able to identify and manage feelings, increase resilience and coping strategies, develop positive social skills, better able to respond to stress, improved communication and relationships. Engage and reflect, being able to self assess mood, behaviours and personal growth, improve overall wellbeing measured by observations and questionnaires.
Key Stage course delivered to
KS1;KS2;KS3;KS4;KS5
Admissions Criteria
KS3 - KS5, students experiencing emotional, social and behavioural challenges, students that will benefit from group or individual therapeutic support, students referred from the local authority or educational professional
Staff Experience
Extensive experience in alternative provision, SEND, and post-16 education Qualified in trauma-informed practice, mental health awareness, and safeguarding Experienced in delivering therapeutic, well-being, and social development programmes Skilled in group and 1:1 facilitation, emotional regulation support, and behaviour management Knowledge of assessment tools including PHQ-9, GAD-7, SDQ, and well-being self-assessments Proven ability to support students with emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs
Group: 1:5 (1 staff member to 5 students) – ideal for therapeutic sessions 1:1 or 2:1 also possible for students with higher needs or risk Maximum group size: 6 students (to maintain safe and supportive environment) Suggested Days / Frequency One session per week for 6 weeks (typical Tier 2 format) Half-day sessions (e.g., 2–3 hours) for focus and engagement Flexible scheduling for students who need 1:1 catch-up or extended sessions
Cost of Course
£71 per hour per student = 3 hours £213 per half a day
