10/01/2026
Please Share Thank you This workshop (primary school children) is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and practical tools for supporting children who are struggling with school avoidance and anxiety.
School avoidance isn’t about laziness, defiance, or a child ‘not caring’. It’s a stress response. When a young person feels overwhelmed—socially, emotionally, academically, or physically—their nervous system does exactly what it’s designed to do: it tries to protect them. Our job is to understand that response, not judge it.
in this workshop , we’re going to explore what’s really happening beneath the surface.
We’ll look at the early signs of anxiety, the common traps adults fall into (with the best of intentions), and the small shifts that make a big difference. You’ll leave with language you can use, strategies that reduce morning stress, and ways to build connection and resilience without power struggles.
This is a space of compassion, not criticism.
Every family represented here is doing their best with the tools they have. My aim is to expand that toolkit—so you feel more equipped, more supported, and more hopeful.
By the end of our time together, you’ll have a clearer understanding of:
• Why school avoidance happens
• What anxiety looks like in real life, not just textbooks
• How to respond in ways that calm the nervous system
• How to set boundaries without battles
• How to support your child while also looking after yourself
You don’t need to have all the answers.
You just need a starting point—and that’s what today is about.
So take a breath, settle in, and know that you’re in the right place.”
