STAFF WORKSHOP

This training session gives staff a clear and actionable understanding of what today’s boys are navigating — socially, emotionally and academically — and how these pressures shape behaviour, engagement and identity in school. Drawing on extensive work across mainstream, SEND, PRU/AP settings, sports academies and private schools, we explore the real factors influencing boys: online pressures, confidence issues, peer dynamics, stereotypes, emotional regulation, motivation and the impact of negative narratives around masculinity.

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The focus is on practical tools staff can use immediately, including:

• how to reduce defensiveness and build trust with reluctant learners

• strategies for de-escalating challenging behaviour without shame or confrontation

• approaches that strengthen emotional literacy in boys who find feelings difficult

• how to foster belonging, purpose and resilience in boys who feel disconnected

• guidance for addressing online influence, peer pressure and relationship challenges

• techniques that support boys with additional needs or disrupted education

• ways to communicate high expectations while boosting confidence and self-worth

 

The session offers a supportive, open space for questions, discussion and bespoke requests. The aim is simple: to equip school staff with the insight and confidence needed to help boys thrive academically, socially and personally.