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Making pupil mental wellbeing a priority

Podcast
29/04/2021
Pupils-learning painting

Emma Knight OBE, Chief Executive Steve Edmonds, Director of Advice and Guidance and Emma Balchin, Director of Professional Development look at pupil wellbeing, what we mean by it and what the current data tells us. They examine the key elements in building a whole-school culture that supports pupils and engages them directly.  

They also explore the importance of induction and CPD in supporting new and experienced governors to make an impact and deliver the best education for their pupils.   

Members can read our guidance on pupil mental health and wellbeing.

Emma Knights OBE
Emma Knights OBE

Co-Chief Executive

As NGA’s Co-Chief Executive, Emma promotes the interests of the school governance community nationally with legislators, policy makers, education sector organisations and the media. Emma is an accomplished writer and speaker on a range of school governance policy and practice topics.

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Emma Balchin
Emma Balchin

Co-Chief Executive

Emma has over 25 years’ experience in education, leadership and school improvement and in leading professional development services. Emma has also governed and chaired across maintained schools, academy trusts and local academy committees.

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