1. An introduction to the use of Zones in primary schools

2. Developing emotional regulation skills – embedding and expanding use of Zones in primary schools

Course summary:

This training aims to provide staff with an understanding of emotional regulation and

practical ways to support young people through use of the Zones of Regulation.

The course is run over two sessions, the first in the Autumn term and a second session in the Spring term. Colleagues are asked to attend both sessions.

Please note that trainees will need to have attended the initial introductory session before attending the second session.

Trainers: Members of the SEND Team- Inclusion Specialist Teaching Team

Course content (over two sessions):

• To have an understanding of what is meant by emotional regulation
• To recognise the approach used in the Zones of Regulation
• To become familiar with the four emotional zones
• To gain knowledge of practical application of the Zones
• To consider practical ways in which the Zones could be adopted to support students at a whole school, group, or individual level
• To consider practical resources to support delivery of the Zones 
• To consider SMART outcomes linked to emotional regulation and the use of Zones 
• To identify ways to develop the programme. 

Course dates and time:

Autumn Monday 9th October 2023 at 3.30-5pm

Spring TBC

Venue: Civic Offices room 1.02

Who should attend? This training is useful for SENDCOs, class teachers, staff working in pastoral or wellbeing roles or Teaching Assistants supporting children with SEND.

Please apply for the training courses via email: SENDtraining@milton-keynes.gov.uk stating the course, the date, who will be attending and their email address. If a number of different staff members are attending from the same school/setting it is VITAL that you send the separate email addresses of all attendees.