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Information, Advice and Guidance

Coram Children’s Legal CentreAn independent national advice centre that offers information and support on education, including exclusion from school.Website: Coram Legal Centre ACE EducationProvides independent advice and information for parents and carers on state education in England.Website: Ace Education Independent Provider of Special Education Advice (IPSEA)IPSEA offers free and independent legally based information, advice and support to […]

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Useful Documents and Videos

More information on school exclusion can be found in the Department for Education (DfE) guidance. Behaviour in schools: Advice for headteachers and school staff (link to document) This publication provides advice to schools on behaviour in schools and the related legal duties of headteachers, and members of staff. It includes guidance on support for pupils to behave […]

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Forms

Please click on the links below to download the forms. If you have any questions about completing the forms, please email ep.service@cognus.org.uk School request for Educational Psychology involvement 2023-2024  COGNUS 2023-2024 Order Form

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Educational Psychology – for Parents and Carers

Educational psychology is the practice of applying psychological theories and ideas to the difficulties that can arise for pupils, teachers, families and schools. Educational Psychologists (EPs) apply psychology in their work.  They work with families, schools, and young people.  They support young people’s learning, development, and emotional wellbeing from age 0-25. EPs have in-depth knowledge, […]

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Guidance

Families Educational Psychology Parent/Carer Information Sheet EBSA guidance for parents/carers – Guide for Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) Trauma and Executive Function Series – A series of videos aimed at foster carers, parents and school staff supporting children and young people who may have had adverse experiences in their early life. Professionals Mental health and […]

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