15/02/2026
As professionals - whether we work in healthcare or education, it’s vital that we listen to people and show them that we have not only registered their perspective, but are factoring it into our own assessment.
When families have real concerns and support needs, leading with reassurance can feel like invalidation or dismissal.
School Can’t is a tricky topic - well meaning parents and professionals are often not aware that their beliefs about a child’s challenges, and in turn, their approach to support, is in fact counter to what the evidence tells us.
When we focus only on what we see in one environment, we risk missing early warning signs, eroding trust, and delaying support.
Follow along for more support - this is about building trust in all relationships…parents, teachers, therapists and kids themselves, and finding solutions together.
