Teign School Announces New Programme of Parent and Community Workshops

Teign School, part of Education South West, is pleased to announce a new programme of parent and community workshops designed to promote wellbeing, resilience, and learning for all.

Following the launch of The Nest last term — a support hub created to help students experiencing emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA) — Teign School is now extending its focus to the wider community. The success of The Nest has highlighted the importance of open communication and partnership between families, schools, and local services, leading to this new phase of support for all young people and their families.

The new series of workshops responds to parent and carer feedback and is open to everyone in the local community. Sessions are designed to help families strengthen wellbeing, support learning, and build confidence together. Each workshop will run from 5.00 pm to 6.30 pm. Upcoming sessions include:

13th January 2026: Raising student aspiration through school and community support
This session will explore how schools and local organisations are working together to offer inspiring opportunities that help students aim high and plan for the future.

25th February 2026: Building resilience and managing anxiety
Families will learn practical approaches to help young people understand and manage anxiety. The session will introduce strategies that support emotional strength and calm thinking.

28th April 2026: Emotional regulation and the teenage brain
This workshop will explain how the teenage brain develops and how families can support young people as they navigate strong emotions and changing behaviour.

19th May 2026: Strategies to support effective home learning
Parents and carers will receive guidance on creating positive study habits, establishing routines, and making learning at home more effective and less stressful.

23rd June 2026: Supporting friendships and developing social skills
This session will focus on helping young people build strong friendships, strengthen social confidence, and manage challenges in peer relationships.

Alongside the new workshop series, Teign School continues to offer a range of community support opportunities. Weekly SEND drop-in clinics take place every Thursday from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm, providing advice and guidance for families seeking support with special educational needs. In addition, fortnightly Citizens Advice drop-in clinics will soon be available, offering confidential support and information to parents and carers of Teign students and the wider Kingsteignton community.

Families can book their places at:www.ticketsource.co.uk/teigncommunitysupporthub

For more information please contact:TeignCommunityHub@educationsouthwest.org.uk

Lucie Wagner, Head of School at Teign School, said:

“Following the success of The Nest, we wanted to extend that support to every young person and family in our community. These workshops focus on the skills and understanding that help students to flourish — whether that’s developing confidence, managing emotions, or finding joy in learning. It’s about empowering our whole community to grow together.”

Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said:

“Teign School’s work to support wellbeing and engagement shows how local collaboration can change lives. Following the launch of The Nest, this next phase brings families, schools, and services together to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and ready to achieve. We’re proud to see such commitment to community partnership.”