Shropshire Virtual School Nurture groups training course

Nurture Group Logos

A three-day online training course that will take place on the following dates...

  • Dates to be confirmed

Each school will be given two places.

This programme focuses on the theory of nurture, and its significance and implications for good practice. The course will cover the theoretical framework underpinning nurture groups and nurturing approaches, including...

Nurture principles

  • The relevance of early childhood experiences on the learning, development, and wellbeing of children and young people
  • How attachment theory and neuroscience underpin the six principles of nurture and nurture practice

The Boxall Profile

  • The theoretical basis for the boxall profile
  • How to undertake a boxall profile assessment and interpret its findings to plan a response to pupils’ needs

After three days of training, you'll need to complete an assignment which must be submitted within 12 months of completing the training. Delegates are provided with assignment guidance and framework. The course is credit rated by the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework (SCQF); delegates who complete the training and pass the final assignment will gain 13 SCQF points at Level 8. 

To express your interest in attending this course when the next dates are available, please contact virtualschool@shropshire.gov.uk