As a parent, you want the best for your child. So when they start struggling to attend school, it can be a worrying and confusing time. You might have heard terms like 'school refusal' or 'school phobia', but there are also a wide range of newer more compassionate terms too, such as Emotionally...
There are many different terms that are used to describe a child's absence from school. These terms include "school refusal," "truancy," and "persistent absenteeism." While they all relate to a child's non-attendance at school, they have distinct meanings and implications which are important for...
As teachers, TAs and SENCOs, we're all too familiar with the challenges of supporting pupils who struggle to attend school. Whether it's a Year 3 who can't seem to make it through the school gates or a Year 11 whose attendance has suddenly plummeted, these situations are complex and often...
As Educational Psychologists, we've all unfortunately become very familiar with the growing challenge of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) in schools. The complexities of EBSA need a holistic approach that extends beyond the school gates and into the home environment. While we've been...
In the continually busy school environment, amidst the laughter and chatter of children, there lies a silent struggle that often goes unnoticed - Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). As an attendance lead, your role is pivotal in identifying, understanding, and addressing this complex issue...
by Dr Shannon Corcoran – Educational Psychologist
Effective intervention and support for school attendance difficulties requires an understanding of the perceived ‘push and pull’ factors contributing to attendance from the perspective of the child/young person who is...
