Understanding How To Positively Support 11-13-Year-Olds
This 2-hour CPD webinar for Thrive Licensed Practitioners explores how to support young people aged 11–13 during a key phase of early adolescence.
It focuses on developmental needs, relationships and practical strategies to help pupils feel safe, secure and ready to learn, supporting their emotional wellbeing and engagement as they transition into this stage of growth.
Duration
2 Hours
Format
Live online training
CPD
5 CPD points
Price
£78 + VAT
Designed for
Thrive Practitioners
positively support 11-13-year-olds CPD
Overview
Early adolescence is a significant period of development, where young people begin to explore their identity, relationships and place in the world
This session explores the unique needs of 11–13-year-olds and how these changes can impact behaviour, engagement and emotional wellbeing.
You’ll develop an understanding of how to adopt a relational approach that supports optimal development, alongside practical strategies to create safe, structured environments where young people can thrive. The session focuses on helping you support pupils through this transitional stage with confidence and consistency.
The session contributes towards maintaining your Thrive Licensed Practitioner status.
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positively support 11-13-year-olds CPD
What you’ll gain from this CPD
This session supports you to understand the emotional impact of starting school and strengthen the support children receive during this important transition.
- Deepen your understanding of early adolescent development.
- Build confidence supporting 11–13-year-olds through transition.
- Learn practical strategies to create safe, supportive environments.
- Strengthen your relational approach with young people.
- Develop skills to support colleagues and wider stakeholders.
- Understand the key developmental tasks of early adolescence.
- Explore how to adopt a relational stance that supports neurobiological development.
- Learn how routines and structures can help young people feel safe and secure.
- Discover ways to use creativity, play and the arts to support whole groups.
- Develop strategies to communicate effectively with colleagues about supporting this age group.
- Explore how to work with parents, carers and stakeholders to support young people.
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See the available dates and times for this course below. When you've found a session that works for you, you can book your place.
Our July 2026 start dates
PA10216 - Understanding How to Positively Support 11 to 13 Year Olds
Start date: 1st July 2026
End date: 1st July 2026
1 Session
103 Places left
£78 ex VAT
Session dates:
- Wed 1st July 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Course fee: £78 + VATBook your place above to secure your spot on this 2-hour CPD session for Thrive Practitioners.
