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But as with all behaviour, it's likely communicating something very different.

For a young person carrying adversity, sitting still in a busy classroom may feel overwhelming. Their nervous system likely flooded by stress hormones, tipping them into survival mode; to flight or fight.

What can look like a “won’t” is often a “can’t” as their nervous system halts any capacity to learn in that moment.

Walking out isn’t about avoiding learning; it’s about seeking safety. So as emotionally available adults, it's about instilling those feelings of felt safety in the everyday.

Wondering what safety may look like to that young person.. and if they still need to leave, is there a way to communicate with curiosity instead of punishment?

Our 11 Day diploma is a practical skills based course supported by over 1000 evidence based research studies. It was designed to inform and empower school and community staff to respond effectively to vulnerable children and young people.

Mae ein diploma 11 Diwrnod yn gwrs ymarferol seiliedig ar sgiliau a ategir gan dros 1000 o astudiaethau ymchwil yn seiliedig ar dystiolaeth. Fe'i cynlluniwyd i hysbysu a grymuso staff ysgol a chymuned i ymateb yn effeithiol i blant a phobl ifanc sy'n agored i niwed.

📆 Begins on 26th January 2026
📌 Ynys Park, Port Talbot (Trefelin Football Club)
⏰ 9.00-3.30pm

Cymerwch olwg ar y dyddiadau a chysylltwch os hoffech ymuno â'r nifer cynyddol o Ymarferwyr TIS sydd gennym yng Nghymru hyd yn hyn!

Take a look at the dates and get in touch if you would like to join the growing number of TIS Practitioners we have in Wales so far!

When working with children and young people, it can be tempting to try to fix the situation or find the perfect words. But true empathy isn’t about solving the problem, it’s about sitting alongside them in the feeling. 💛

Trauma-informed practice invites us to stay curious. Wondering what emotions may be sitting beneath the behaviour and imagining how to connect with that feeling, even if you don’t share the same experience.

By tuning into the emotion rather than the specifics of the situation, we create relational safety...a powerful step towards building connection and a sense of belonging.

Only one week before we'll be at the Cardiff @nationaledshow - will we see you there?

Come along and visit us at Stand No.18 to learn more about our trauma-informed trainings, resources, and discover how we can help create mentally healthy and trauma-informed learning environments for children and young people. 🌟

📅 Dydd Gwener 3 Hydref 2025 | Friday 3rd October 2025
📍 Utilita Arena, Cardiff (Stand No. 18)

Say hello to Pascale, one of our beyond brilliant TISC trainers. With a background spanning Primary education, boarding, children’s theatre and nannying (to name a few!) Pascale brings a wealth of experience and passion into her work.

When she’s not delivering training, you’ll find her hiking with her dog, surrounded by loved ones, or singing her heart out in a choir. 🎶

“I invite anyone who embarks upon a TISC journey of their own to do so on two levels; professional and personal, as it can truly be life changing.”

We’re so grateful to have Pascale’s warmth, wisdom and effortless playfulness in the team, never failing to bring smiles into every room ✨