Supporting Schools to Understand, Include & Empower Children with SEMH Needs
Expert INSET and CPD training grounded in real school experience. Built by a practitioner who sees both sides, so your team gets strategies that actually work on a Monday morning.
About
SEMH Education
Welcome to SEMH Education.
I’m Kieran Smith, a qualified teacher with experience from Year 1 through Post-16, both in mainstream and specialist SEMH schools. I now work as an Education Officer in a Youth Justice Service, supporting some of the most vulnerable children in education.
Through training, consultancy, and practical resources, we help schools develop trauma-informed, inclusive approaches that work in real classrooms.
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🌱 Essential SEMH Training (Basic)
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1–2 hours
Typically can be done in a staff meeting.
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A clear and practical introduction to SEMH needs in schools. Perfect for whole-staff training or as part of your INSET offer.
What SEMH really means in practice (and common misconceptions).
Why trauma-informed approaches reduce behaviour challenges.
How external factors can impact presentation at school (including family life, CCE & CSE).
High-impact strategies staff can use immediately.
You’ll also receive:
SEMH staff checklist.
Pupil profile template.
“Regulation toolbox” quick reference guide.
Safeguarding signposting resource.
✅ Staff leave with a stronger understanding of SEMH and practical tools to put into action the very next day.
🌟 Inclusive Behaviour & Regulation Strategies (Intermediate)
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2-3 hours
Can be done in a longer staff meeting, training days or twilight.
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For schools ready to go beyond awareness and embed inclusive alternatives to traditional behaviour policies.
What’s included:
Regulation strategies (up and down regulation strategies which can be used for different needs).
Why traditional sanctions often fail, and what to do instead.
Alternatives to suspensions/exclusions.
When to appropriately use off-site direction, managed moves, reduced timetables.
Legal and safeguarding considerations every leader should know.
You’ll also receive:
Regulation menu (age-appropriate strategies).
Example reduced timetable + review framework.
Parent communication templates.
Off-site provision checklist.
✅ Staff leave with a practical toolkit for reducing exclusions and supporting SEMH pupils more effectively.
🚀 SEMH Deep Dive & Leadership Consultancy (Advanced)
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5+ Hours
Ideally done over a full day but can be done over 2 days if needed.
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Our most comprehensive package, combining training with hands-on consultancy for leadership and pastoral teams.
What’s included:
Condensed delivery of both Essential SEMH + Inclusive Behaviour content.
Facilitated case formulation sessions with DSLs, pastoral leads, or SLT.
Policy and practice review (behaviour, inclusion, exclusions, attendance).
Action planning tailored to your school context.
You’ll also receive:
Case formulation templates.
Policy audit tool.
Case study option.
Action planning framework.
✅ Your school leaves with practical strategies, a clear action plan, and confidence to implement real, lasting change.
📩 Get in touch today to discuss which package best meets the needs of your staff and pupils.
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We can’t wait to hear from you!