Leap supports secondary schools in developing programmes to help young people tackle conflicts they face. Much of the work is closely linked to Restorative Practices. Following a “conflict audit” to help identify the needs of the school, a tailor-made programme is put together from a range of options, including:
· An intensive student training programme
· A residential for selected students and staff
· A peer training programme for older students to work with younger students
· Youth mediation training
· Staff training sessions |
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Independent evaluator’s evidence shows that the programme helps young people to regard themselves as achievers. It is a contributory factor in improving school ethos and therefore has an influence on improved achievement in the school.
“I liked the fact that they are treating us like young
responsible adults”
- Sarah, year 10
“This workshop is so good it cannot be improved”
- Abdul, year 10
“Teachers can’t teach and students can’t
learn if conflicts are taking up all their time and energy”
- Jo Dibb, Headteacher, Oaklands School
For more information, please email
education@leapconfrontingconflict.org.uk |
