Schools Training

Schools Training Package
We offer a 6-week programme for 5 students to help tackle school avoidance or resistance, support mental well-being by reducing social anxiety and promoting confidence. The programme lasts six weeks and includes:

• A total of 15 hours of instruction
• Safe use of domestic sewing machines and overlockers
• Pattern making and adaptations
• Producing an upcycled denim bag, pyjama bottoms and a zipped pencil case

Part 2: Staff Training
A 1-hour suicide prevention skills session for up to 15 members of staff to be held on school premises.  

• Understanding the current statistics 
• The importance of using appropriate language
• Risk Factors for suicidal ideation
• How to spot the signs and open a conversation around suicide
• Appropriate signposting

What the Heads of Year said:

• The course had resulted in the group experiencing much improved levels of confidence and increased levels of school attendance.
• “What a superb project this has been”
• “Year 8 & 9 students are learning so many new skills at The Big Fandango, what a superb team of practitioners”