Maslow (1954) suggested that different needs have different priorities and that lower order needs take precedence over higher order needs. If the lower order needs are not met the theory is that this is a major barrier to learning and development of children and young people. In summary, the principle is that individuals will not achieve the higher order needs until the lower level needs have been met.
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This section aims to provide theories, strategies and evidence-based interventions to support schools working with pupils to improve their emotional wellbeing and mental health. Please note this is not an exhaustive list. It also gives details of external providers who can offer support or advice.
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Basic Needs
Maslow (1954) suggested that different needs have different priorities and that lower order needs take precedence over higher order needs. If the lower order needs are not met the theory is that this is a major barrier to learning and development of children and young people. In summary, the pri...Read more
Creative Mentors
What are Creative Mentors? Young people have Creative Me...Read more
External Agency Support
Click below to check out our repository of useful links, contacts, and organisations that sup...Read more
Meta-cognition and self-regulation
Meta-cognition and self-regulation approaches (sometimes known as ‘learning to learn’ approaches) aim to help learners think about their own learning more explicitly. This is usually by teaching pupils specific strategies to set goals, and monitor and evaluate their own academic development....Read more
Positive Play
Positive Play Support We offer support for vulnerable children and young people using play to raise self-esteem and confidence, to help those young people reach their full potential in life. What do we offer? We ...Read more
T.I.C.T (Targeted Intervention Community Triage) – Interim Direct Referral Service
The Targeted Intervention Community Triage has been set up as an interim service to direct referrals from professionals to a range of community providers offering: 1:1 targeted interventions to support children and young people across Derbyshire with low...Read more