- Develop an understanding of the PACE approach (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy) and how it supports pupils who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and trauma.
- Explore how to use connection focused communication to reduce fear, build trust and create emotionally safe relationships with vulnerable pupils.
- Learn practical, trauma informed strategies that help pupils regulate, feel understood and engage positively in the school environment.
- Strengthen staff confidence in applying PACE consistently to support emotional recovery, resilience and improved behaviour in the classroom.

This full day session introduces staff to the PACE approach—Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy—as a compassionate and effective way to support pupils who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) or trauma.
Through practical examples and reflective discussion, participants learn how PACE strengthens emotional safety, builds trust and helps children feel understood rather than challenged.
The course explores how to use PACE aligned language, connection and co regulation to reduce fear, prevent escalation and promote resilience, enabling pupils to thrive in a calm, nurturing school environment.