Parents and Schools Working Together — Not Against Each Other When Kids Are Unable to Attend School

Enjoyed the episode, got a suggestion or a question send me a textOver 170,000 children in England were severely absent from school last year, according to the Department for Education.Behind that number are families, schools, and children all trying to navigate something incredibly complex.In this episode, I’m joined by Terri Wyse (Wise Inclusion) and Rachel Helm (Helm Education Consultancy), who are supporting the podcast this season, to talk about emotionally based school anxiety (EBSA).Here's the important part:Parents and schools are often on the same sideBut the system can push them apartWe talk about: What EBSA really is (and why language matters)  Why “just make them go to school” isn’t the answer  The reality for families trying to keep their children safe  The pressures schools are under behind the scenes  How relationships can break down, and how to rebuild them This isn’t about blame.It’s about understanding, collaboration, and finding a way forward — together.Together, they are offering webinars and workshops focused on EBSA for both parents and professionals.Upcoming Sessions: 📅 8th July – Webinar for School Leaders  📅 2nd September – Webinar for Parents & Families  📅 16th September – Joint Workshop (Parents + Schools) Podcast listeners receive £5 off using this code UNTYPICALPARENT5.School webinarParent/carer webinarWorkshopThis episode is supported by:Terri Wyse – Wise Inclusion Terri Wysehttps://www.instagram.com/wyseinclusion/Rachel Helm – Helm Education Consultancyhttps://www.instagram.com/helmeducationconsultancy/Support the show