Adoption Focus - Education in Focus
Education in Focus is our brand new podcast looking at all things education. Our training manager Leigh is joined by our two education experts Jason and Lisa. Each episode discusses a new topic based around education and issues our adopted children might face. We really hope you enjoy the episodes.
Episodes
22 episodes
Education in Focus - School Avoidance
In this episode, Leigh is joined by Lisa and Jason, to talk about school avoidance, why it happens and what parents and schools can do to support children. We hope this episode helps anyone listening to think a bit deeper about school a...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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32:22
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Education in Focus - Reduced Timetables
In our latest episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason are discussing reduced timetables.These are used for several reasons, health needs, mental health needs and sometimes due to behaviour. Leigh, Lisa and Jason talk about what they are, when sho...
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Episode 20
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30:51
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Education in Focus - Improving Children’s Self-esteem and Dealing with Shame
Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss how you can improve your child's self-esteem and find alternative ways to encourage them not to feel shame. They talk about the types of behaviours shame can manifest into, how shame can make you...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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Education in Focus - Unstructured Break Times
In the latest edition of our podcast Education in Focus, Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss unstructured break time in school. The unpredictable nature of play times and break times can often be stressful for some children. In this episode, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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47:11
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Education in Focus - Pupil Premium Plus
During this episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason talk about Pupil Premium Plus, what it is, what it's for and how you can apply for it. If you've adopted with Adoption Focus and would like to speak about your experiences, please emai...
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Episode 17
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32:15
Education in Focus - SEND
In this episode we are joined by our linking and matching officer Alex, who previously worked as a teacher, SENCO and assistant head.Alex, Leigh, Lisa and Jason focus on Special Education Needs and Disabilities; what that means and how ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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Education in Focus - Preparing for a meeting with school
In this episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss the best way to prepare for a meeting at school so that you can get the best support for your child/children. If you have any topics you'd like us to discuss please contact us on
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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36:21
Education in Focus - Trauma Informed Schools
In this episode we discuss trauma informed schools with our guest speaker Hayley, the headteacher at Spen Valley High. At Spen Valley High School they believe strongly in ethical leadership and whatever barriers there are to learni...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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53:29
Education in Focus - Promoting good school and parent relationships
Episode 11 of our Education in Focus podcast discusses promoting good school and parent relationships. Leigh, Lisa and Jason chat about how as parents we can build a team around our children in an education setting, what part attachment plays a...
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Episode 13
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49:43
Education in Focus - Transitions
In this episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss all those transitions that can happen before, during and after the school day that your child may need support with.
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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59:00
Education in Focus - Triggers
Many events in schools can be lots of fun on the face of it but can be sources of anxiety for our children. From Halloween to Mother's Day to Christmas it is always a good idea to look out for these kind of events at school, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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29:29
Family Society Schools Social Care Service
Our Schools Social Care Service helps children and families cope with social and psychological problems that may arise at school, at home, or in the larger community.We can provide your school with a flexible and adaptable service to mee...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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26:53
Education in Focus - Back to School
Getting ready for your child to head back to school, move up a school year or start a new school can be overwhelming.In this episode Leigh, Jason and Lisa discuss lots of ways to help your child feel confident and ready for the new school y...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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42:24
Education in Focus - Peer Relationships
Many children and young people find it easier to talk to their peers about issues they're experiencing before they talk to family members or professionals. Because of this, there has been an increased drive to develop peer-based initiatives and...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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48:30
Education in Focus - End of year transitions
In this episode of the Education in Focus Podcast Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss end of year transitions; what is usually involved, how you can prepare and support your child, and what kinds of conversations you can have with school to make tran...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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36:50
Education in Focus - Teens
In this episode our education expert Jason is joined by Mandy, a primary school teacher and parent of two adopted children. She’s had some challenging times, just like any other parent of adopted children. During this episode Jason and Mandy di...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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Education in Focus - Exams
Did you know pupils in the UK are amongst the most tested pupils around the world? In this episode Leigh, Jason and Lisa discuss what tests children face during both primary and secondary school and how, as parents you can support ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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Education in Focus - Behaviour Management
During this episode Leigh, Lisa and Jason explore behaviour management in schools and discuss key issues such as masking, shame, anxiety and what you as a parent can do to help. We really hope you enjoy this podcast. Don’t forget y...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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Education in Focus Trailer
We are so excited to present to you "Education in Focus", our brand new podcast looking at all things education and adoption. This series of podcasts will explore a range of topics, some specific to adoption and the needs of our children, other...
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Education in Focus - Homework
In this episode, Adoption Focus training manager Leigh is joined by education experts Jason and Lisa for a detailed discussion about homework, looking at it from parents' and teachers' perspectives. We really hope you ...
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Episode 3
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47:45
Education in Focus - Admission Appeals
In this episode, Leigh, Lisa and Jason discuss admissions appeals; what guidance is available and where you can find it, how long it takes and what happens at an appeals hearing.Hearing about your child's school place can be such a stressfu...
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Episode 2
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Education in Focus - choosing a school
As an adoptive parent where do you even start when looking for a school? In our first episode of the Education in Focus podcast, our host Leigh talks with Jason our education advisor and Lisa, who is part of the training team at A...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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26:55