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Helen Rigelsford is the Designated Safeguarding Lead at The British School of Amsterdam.
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- Wellbeing
This article provides actionable strategies for educators and parents to help students navigate stress, from belly breathing to mindfulness, soothing the senses, gratitude practices and proactive planning. Backed by research, this is a practical guide for fostering resilience and wellbeing in students.
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This blog looks at the impact of flu vaccination on staff productivity and wellbeing, boosting morale and reducing teachers’ workplace absenteeism.
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- Schools
This blog looks at the Impact of BSO Inspection on Students’ Learning at The Regent Primary School Abuja, Nigeria.
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- COBIS Training Schools
This is a COBIS Training Schools case study from New Cairo British International School, Egypt
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This is a COBIS Training Schools case study from St Julian's School, Portugal
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This is a COBIS Training Schools case study from Jerudong International School, Brunei.
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This is a COBIS Training Schools case study from Hartland International School, Dubai.
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- COBIS Training Schools
This is a COBIS Training Schools case study from The English College, Prague.