Nurturing Social & Emotional Development to Build Resilience For School Staff

PART 1 - THIS SESSION
Emotional Intelligence
PART 2
The Nervous System & Trauma
PART 3
Big Behaviours 
PART 4
Discipline

Nurturing Social & Emotional Development

This series draws on recent educational neuroscience to support truly trauma‑informed approaches to discipline and behaviour. At its core is emotional intelligence — because feelings drive behaviour, and understanding this is the foundation of effective, compassionate practice.
IN THIS SESSION, YOU'LL LEARN:
Templates Included

1

Understand how everyday interactions shape social and emotional intelligence, and why small moments of connection matter.

2

Learn simple, research‑informed strategies to support big feelings

3

Strengthen relationships with children in your care by tuning into their inner world and responding in ways that build trust, resilience and wellbeing.

Choose how you'd like to get started

THIS SESSION
Nurturing Social & Emotional Development

€30

80 minutes, plus the downloadable observation and dispositions template.
THE FULL 4-PART SERIES
School Staff Series

€80

  • Nurturing Social & Emotional Development
  • The Nervous System
  • Big Behaviours
  • Discipline

Each session stands alone, but together they give you a complete, practical foundation
for supporting the emotional wellbeing, behaviour and sense of security of the children in your care

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to watch the other sessions first?

No, each session works well on its own. That said, sessions build on shared concepts around the nervous system, emotional intelligence and attachment, so watching them in order can add useful context if you'd like the fuller picture.

Who is this for?

Teachers and SNAs who want a practical, research-informed way to understand and support pupils' emotional wellbeing. Whether you're navigating big feelings, friendships, peer conflicts, or just want to better understand a child's inner world, this session is for you.

How long is the session?

The session is 80min long

Is there anything to download?

Yes, you'll get a downloadable observation and dispositions template, along with a list of the therapeutic powers of play, ready to adapt for your own classroom.

Is this only for junior classes?

 No, the strategies apply across primary school, from junior infants through to fifth and sixth class
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