Encouraging report on use of reasonable force in schools
In March 2024, the Department for Education (DfE) published “Reasonable force, restraint & restrictive practices in alternative provision and special schools.” The primary aim of this research report, authored by Revealing Reality, was to understand the circumstances and the manner in which AP and special schools in England use reasonable force, including physical restraint and […]
Relationships and Crises in Schools – Part 3
“How do you deal with children who do not like praise?” I think if there are “bright spots” of behaviour, you mention it, but the choice you have, I think, is whether you mention it publicly or mention it privately. My feeling on this is when the spotlight in the room of 32 people, 32, […]
Relationships and Crises in Schools – Part 2
What is a good brain-based model for understanding triggers and drivers for behaviour? I use this useful rule of thumb called the SCARF Model very, very often. It’s an evidence-based model from author David Rock which describes influences on human behaviour. It describes how certain domains of social interaction influence how the brain is activated […]
Relationships and Crises in Schools – Part 1
An interview about Behaviour in Schools.Firstly, in your opinion what is the core principle that should drive a school’s overall approach to behaviour? The first thing we should talk about is an idea called the social contract. It’s a concept – a contract, really – that should bind everybody in a service or institution or […]
What are Trauma Informed Schools?
What are Trauma-Informed Schools? Trauma-informed schools are educational institutions that recognize the impact of trauma on students and take steps to address it. These schools provide a safe and supportive environment that promotes healing and recovery for students who have experienced trauma. Trauma-informed schools prioritize the well-being of students by creating a culture of safety, […]
Positive Handling Learning Outcomes for Primary Schools
Children have diverse needs, and sometimes, adults need to intervene to support them. Positive handling is a technique used to ensure that children are safe and their dignity is maintained during any form of intervention. With the right training, staff in primary schools can learn positive handling techniques that will help them to support children […]
Dynamis receives 5-star Endorsement from ‘Safety Without Compromise’ Expert Panel
We are delighted to announce that, after a period of time where we have been working hard to improve all aspects of our training delivery and governance, the panel at SWC Experts Group has granted us their highest level of #endorsement. Our team at Dynamis Training is delighted to receive this endorsement, rooted in a laser-focus on our learners and […]
Our Remote Positive Handling Training Options for International Schools
Our Remote Positive Handling Training Options for International Schools Introduction As schools continue to see behaviours of concern increasing in some of the children in their schools, many are exploring new ways to provide essential behaviour management training to their staff and this is no less an important issue for schools around the world. Positive […]
Legal Implications of Using Physical Intervention in Schools
Legal Implications of Using Physical Intervention in Schools Physical intervention refers to the use of physical force to restrain or control a student’s behavior. It is a measure that is generally considered a last resort and should be used only when all other options have been exhausted, and the situation requires it. In today’s educational […]
Why Schools Need Positive Handling Training
Why Schools Need Positive Handling Training Introduction The safety and wellbeing of students should be a top priority for any school. Unfortunately, incidents of challenging behaviour, aggression and violence can occur in educational settings. To mitigate these risks, schools need to have policies and procedures in place for handling difficult situations effectively. One of the […]