What Can We Do When School’s Not Working?

What Can We Do When School’s Not Working? It is an illustrated guide about children who struggle to attend school and families who feel stuck within the system. It shares real-life experiences, explores why usual approaches may not work, and encourages professionals to use more child-centred support to help young people rebuild confidence, learning and wellbeing.

Why it helps: This book helps professionals and families understand why some children struggle with school attendance. It encourages a kinder, child-centred approach, showing how listening to young people, adapting support and focusing on wellbeing can help children move towards learning and a more positive future.