Supporting Educational Engagement: BEARS Initial Training course

Supporting Educational Engagement: BEARS Initial Training course for school staff and Practitioners.This training is being offered in person and will take place on:

• Thursday 4th February 2027 from 9.00 a.m until 3.30 p.m

Please be advised there is free parking on site. Durrington on sea train station is closest.

This training is being offered in person for one full day (9.00 am to 3.30 pm). This is a free event for practitioners from schools and other services who work with children, young people and families who have difficulty engaging in education and attending school. The training will provide an overview of the updated guidance and BEARS CYP cards and will provide attendees with further knowledge, skills and practical tools. It is advised that attendees are practitioners who work directly with children/ young people and are able to effect wider change within schools. You are advised to book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings will close three days prior to the training event and it will be possible to sign up to a waiting list if the course is full. Places are limited to two places per school/ educational setting/ other organisation.