Factors affecting learning: why we must consider the whole child

In the wake of the pandemic and its disruption to education, the connection between learning and the social, emotional and physical development of children has been clearly highlighted. We need to consider how our education system can support the development and wellbeing of all children and young people. Children simply cannot learn as effectively if they are suffering with poor mental health, or without space to learn social skills and develop emotional regulation.

In this Future Terms panel, we’ll discuss the great work schools are doing already to support whole child development, and what extra backing is needed to give every young person the rounded education they deserve. Join the conversation on Twitter using #FutureTermsPanel

This panel aired on 14 July 2022. Read the blog.

Hosted by:

Sarah Shreeve - Head of Early Years and Primary at Teach First (moderator)

On this panel:

• Jenny Griffiths - Education Research Specialist at Teach First
• Sabrina Hummel - Senior Researcher at Centre for Social Justice
• Peter Leonard - Chief Executive at Family Links: The Centre for Emotional Health
• Rhoda McPherson - Headteacher at Queen Elizabeth School