#37 From Silence to Support. A Systems-Based Approach for Navigating School Attendance Difficulties

Last year, over 1.5 million Australian children  experienced difficulties attending school. That number reflects 39% of families with school aged children. Their lack of attendance is not because they're 'naughty'. Not because they're 'defiant'. And not because of poor parenting. But because they can't.

If we're to design a future of learning that's inclusive of all, this nation wide challenge requires nation wide participation, and must involve diverse voices representative of all industries, perspectives and backgrounds.

In this special episode of Classroom 5.0, we're sharing the recording of our online training from earlier this year on this topic. It aims to help you understand the 'what' and 'why' of school attendance difficulties, and offers practical, actionable steps that parents, teachers and HR professionals can take to provide collaborative, community based support for children and families affected.

Head to the episode webpage here to download the full webinar and presentation slides, and for links to today's resources. 

In this episode, you'll discover -

1. The key issues facing families navigating difficulties with school attendance,

2. Clinical and research backed insights behind what's driving school attendance difficulties, and why some individuals are more vulnerable than others, 

3. Current solutions and supports currently available for families, and how we can learn from other countries

4. Practical things you can say and do to support children and families experiencing 'School Can't', or school attendance difficulties

This training is in support of, but separate to, the incredible work and efforts of 'School Can't Australia', who can be contacted directly here

EPISODE WEBPAGE 

To gain access to resources discussed in today's episode, and to download the free recording of the training and accompnaying slides, visit here .