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Using an approach rooted in no-nonsense logic, author and psycholinguistic consultant Gillian Bridge delves into a range of problems which seem to be most frequently cited as sources of mental distress. These include stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness, body image, eating disorders, social media, substance abuse, behavioural disorders, academic pressures and bullying.

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Controversial tests of children in P1 will continue after an independent review found œscant evidence of youngsters becoming upset during the assessment process. The review (chaired by speaker, David Reedy) found that the tests should continue if some important issues were addressed.

This conference will focus on changes to the tests and how they can be delivered in a play-based setting.



Find out more and book your place here.

‹The STEP Annual Conference will take place on Saturday 21 March 2020, at the Stirling Court Hotel. The conference is open to all teachers in Scottish early years, primary and secondary education.

This year™s theme is Empowering Teachers: Improving Outcomes For All.

The confirmed keynote speakers are:

John Swinney Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills

Hywel Roberts Author, ˜Oops! Helping Children Learn Accidentally™ and more.

There will be a variety of workshops on offer throughout the event, as well as networking opportunities.



Further details can be found on the STEP website.