Tricky kids, tricky classes
Tricky kids, tricky classes
Introduction to Circle Solutions (Circle Time)
Delivered by Bill as an Associate of Sue Roffey
To book this workshop please contact Bill Hansberry
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Circle Time is not just a program; it is a democratic and respectful pedagogy to develop social/emotional skills and a positive class ethos. Schools wishing to create a Restorative culture cannot do so without ensuring that Circle Time is a regular occurrence in all classrooms.
Circle Time is not Restorative Justice. However, it equips young people with the skills they will use in a Restorative school. Read more about the essential differences between Circle Time and Restorative Justice Processes.
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Circle Solutions builds resilience and mental health
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Circle Solutions enables all voices to be heard, so maximises inclusion and participation
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Circle Solutions promotes empathy, reduces bullying and fosters belonging. Circle Solutions focuses on both the reflective and the fun in learning.
This full-day workshop (9.30 am - 3.30 pm) will equip participants with all they need to begin and sustain Circles successfully with a class or youth group. We will:
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Introduce the philosophy and principles underpinning Circles
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allow participants to experience a range of Circle activities and learn how to run a Circle Solutions session
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outline recent research on maximising the effectiveness of Circle Solutions
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report on what teachers and students say about the differences it makes
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give opportunities to ask questions and explore issues
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provide information on resources
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DEVELOPER: Dr. Sue Roffey is a teacher, educational psychologist and academic. She has researched and written extensively on issues about behaviour and wellbeing in school.
