As children and young people grow up, they are taught about the importance of independence, self-confidence, and self-reliance. However, in many schools, children’s bodily autonomy is restricted, particularly when it comes to toilet usage. This can have serious consequences for their physical and emotional well-being. Denying children and young people the opportunity to use theContinue reading “From Humiliation to Tragedy: The Real Cost of Denying Students Access to Toilets”
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Unlocking the Power of Self-Evaluation: Building Confidence and Boosting Learning in Young People
Self-evaluation is a powerful tool that allows young people to reflect on their learning experiences, identify areas of strength, and grow in confidence. Through self-evaluation, young people can see evidence of their accomplishments and feel proud of themselves. This sense of achievement can improve their motivation to learn more, and help them to develop essentialContinue reading “Unlocking the Power of Self-Evaluation: Building Confidence and Boosting Learning in Young People”
Ensuring Fair Play and Success for Young People with SEND: How Changing Game Rules Can Undermine Confidence and Engagement
As human beings, we all crave consistency and predictability in our lives. We want to know what to expect and how to prepare for it. This is especially true for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)…