These resources have been developed with the COVID-19 crisis in mind, and aim to help you manage the sudden ending of school-as-usual, managing schooling through a crisis, and how we return to ‘normal’ – or not! However, the ideas contained within the videos and resources can also be more broadly useful in encapsulating an attitude toward education for traumatised children. We emphasise the importance of close communication with schools, understanding the meaning behind behaviours, and holding onto the essential nature of prioritising regulation before learning.
Education during COVID-19
With Alexandra Peers, Principal Counselling Psychologist
Alex discusses the changes you might be facing at home during COVID-19 (or any difficult situation), and the nuts and bolts of education during times of uncertainty.
Education and endings
With Alexandra Peers, Principal Counselling Psychologist
Abrupt school endings we've been faced with during COVID-19 can have a strong emotional impact. In this video, Alex thinks about the stress of losing good starts or ends to school careers, and the importance of maintaining social links and rituals.
Returning to school during COVID-19
With Alexandra Peers, Principal Counselling Psychologist
Returning to school during or after the coronavirus pandemic might be causing you and your young person to worry. In this video, Alex shares things to think about and ways to reduce concerns as your child goes back to school.
Read more advice and guidance for returning to school during COVID-19 (PDF, 100KB).