THE CALMER SCHOOL⢠SUPPORT PROGRAMME
Whole-School CPD to Improve Behaviour & Wellbeing
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The Calmer School Programme is a structured CPD programme that equips your staff with practical, trauma-aware, needs-based strategies to improve behaviour, reduce staff stress, and create emotionally safe learning environments.
Developed by experienced classroom practitioners and mental health professionals, this whole-school approach is designed to deliver measurable impact across your behaviour, SEND, inclusion, and wellbeing priorities.
âď¸Â Our resources are used in 5000+ schools in the UK and overseas
âď¸Â Designed to meet DfE and Ofsted criteria
âď¸Â Ready to deliver in-school, online, or as flexible CPD
Why Choose the Calmer School Support Programme?
Many schools are facing significant challenges around behaviour, wellbeing and staff retention.
Common issues include:
Escalating pupil anxiety, dysregulation and SEMH incidents
Staff stress and burnout due to challenging classroom dynamics
Disruption of learning and declining academic outcomes
Difficulty applying a consistent, whole-school approach to behaviour support
The Calmer School⢠Support Programme addresses these challenges through a structured, evidence-informed approach that aligns with your existing pastoral and behaviour policies.
Whatâs Included?
This CPD programme consists of Three Core Training Modules:
Needs-Based, Preventive Classroom Management System
Understand that behaviour is motivated by unmet needs and how this provides a simple and logical methodology for promoting calm, engaged classrooms.Â
Equip staff with practical, research-informed strategies to support learners.
1 x half day INSET or 3 x Twilight Sessions
Trauma-Aware, Non-Confrontational Communication
Give staff a step-by-step framework for de-escalation and behaviour conversations that prioritise connection, emotional regulation, and dignity.
Grounded in Attachment Theory, Polyvagal Theory, and Non-Violent Communication.
1 x full day INSET or 6 x Twilight Sessions
Preventing Staff Burnout and Overwhelm
Support staff mental and emotional wellbeing with tools that go beyond slogans and platitudes.
Help your team manage their nervous system responses, preserve resilience and protect their energy in demanding classrooms.
1 x half day INSET or 3 x Twilight Sessions
Flexible Delivery Options
Choose the format that best suits your schoolâs needs for delivery of all 3 modules:
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âď¸ 2 X Full-day INSET (on-site or via Zoom)
âď¸ Twilight sessions (12 x 1.5 hour Zoom delivery)
âď¸ Recorded, on-demand access for flexible staff development and internal CPD (included with all live training bookings).
Once booked, you can use and revisit the recorded training any time over the next 12 months.
Outcomes You Can Expect
Schools using the Calm School Framework report: :Â
âď¸ Improved staff confidence in supporting pupils with SEMH
âď¸ Reduction in classroom incidents and escalations
âď¸ Greater consistency in behaviour support across classrooms
âď¸ Enhanced relationships with hard-to-reach pupils
âď¸ Measurable reduction in staff stress and burnout
âď¸ Alignment with Ofstedâs Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership and Management frameworks
What's Included
All prices include school-wide licence and CPD certificates. Payment plans and invoice booking available on request
Next Steps
If youâre interested in using the Calm School Framework in your school or trust:
đ Book a 15-Minute Consultation
You can also email us at [email protected] or call 07941 422152
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