The Head Ways Psychology team are experienced Educational Psychologists, providing services for schools and Educational Psychologists to bring about positive sustainable change for students, teachers, schools and families.
We are a team of EPs who specialise in the psychology of learning. Our aim is to help you to build capacity amongst school staff to improve the quality and impact of support for pupils in your school. We believe that by working with schools and families we can bring about change for all children.
One to one professional supervision for school staff or EPs
Work discussion groups
Solution circles
Dynamic Assessment supervision for EPs
ELSA supervision
Training Package Examples
Flexible training packages to develop your staff and meet your organisational objectives
Emotion Coaching
Supporting complex needs in literacy & numeracy
Reciprocal Teaching
Understanding and managing behaviour
Understanding and supporting attachment difficulties
Understanding and managing anxiety
ELSA Training
Supervision Package Examples
Professional coaching and mentoring for individuals and groups
One to one professional supervision for school staff or EPs
Work discussion groups
Solution circles
Dynamic Assessment supervision for EPs
ELSA supervision
Projects and Research
Creating lasting and effective change within school systems
Head Ways psychologists are able to work with you on time-limited projects to identify and target specific areas of need within your organisation. These projects are designed with you to meet your individual needs and planned into your school year. Below are some examples of projects that have recently been carried out by the Head Ways team. Call us to arrange a free initial consultation.
DEVELOPING LITERACY SUPPORT IN A SPECIALIST SCHOOL
A project establishing a comprehensive, school-wide programme of intervention and support to help pupils with a range of learning needs acquire literacy skills.
DEVELOPING A MODEL OF TIME-LIMITED FAMILY WORK WITHIN A PRIMARY SCHOOL
A project designed to offer additional therapeutic support to families in need through structured family consultations in school.
DEVELOPING PASTORAL SYSTEMS AND SUPPORTING SEMH NEEDS IN A PRIMARY SCHOOL
A multi-layered project focusing on the development of a shared approach in responding to behaviour in school and increasing the skills, understanding and confidence of all staff in responding to the SEMH needs of pupils.
"The work with our psychologist from Head Ways is exceptional. Her communication with all the staff, children and parents is excellent. She understands the pressures of school and is extremely flexible."
Assistant Headteacher, Inclusion Lead
"I have found our psychologist to be very supportive, kind, professional, knowledgeable and informative. She has been instrumental in improving our support for children with Special Educational Needs across the school."
SENCo, Primary School
"Our psychologist possesses a unique ability to inspire trust in parents, pupils and teachers. She always works flexibly, undertaking activity and consultation as directed by school colleagues and imparts her own advice at the right time."
Deputy Head, Secondary School
"Feedback from class teachers shows that they have found the advice practical and manageable to ensure pupil’s make progress within identified areas of development. As a SENCO I find Head Way’s advice and support invaluable."
SENCo, Inclusion Lead
"Our psychologist is a great sounding board for myself and a great listener and 'problem solver' for staff and parents. I would recommend Head Ways to any school that is looking for EP support."
SENCo, Inclusion Lead
"Our Psychologist is solution focused, gives immediate and insightful feedback and offers excellent advice and strategies on how to best meet the children's needs that can be put into practice straight away."
Assistant Headteacher, Inclusion Lead
"Our Psychologist offers practical advice, training and consultation space to staff through a variety of approaches. It is always a pleasure to have her in school - we consider her part of our TKA family!'"
Deputy Head,Secondary School
'We have worked closely with Head Ways since we opened. Our psychologist has brought a real wealth of experience during this important time. Working with us on a weekly basis, she has an in-depth understanding of our school structures and systems."
Deputy Head, Secondary School
"Our psychologist has supported myself and school staff with a range of children and helped the school request EHC plans successfully. She has also led a variety of staff training meetings which received positive feedback from all staff."
SENCo, Primary School
'I have had the opportunity to work with Head Ways for the last three years and I have to say that I would recommend them to other schools and particularly SENCOs."
