Understanding Barriers to Accessing Education
Supporting a child or young person who is struggling to access education?
Join Nessie Community for free support to help you understand what may be happening, recognise the signs of EBSA and explore practical ways to support the child or young person.
Your free EBSA support includes trusted information, practical resources, Nessie Cuppa drop-ins, community support and trusted signposting — whether you’re a parent, carer or professional.
Your free EBSA support includes
- Understanding EBSA — what emotionally based school avoidance is, and what it isn’t
- Recognising the signs — understanding how barriers to accessing education can present
- Practical ways to help — supportive approaches you can put into practice
- Working together — guidance for families and professionals supporting a child or young person
- When things are getting harder — what to consider and where to find further support
- Nessie Cuppa drop-ins — opportunities to connect, learn and get support
Looking for more support?
Nessie Community can support you beyond EBSA.
Become a Nessie Member for access to our therapist video library, downloadable guides and resources, live therapist drop-ins and our private supportive community — covering topics including anxiety, ADHD, autism, AuDHD, EHCPs and more.
Nessie Membership — starts from £7.50 a month
12-month membership • £15 one-off joining fee
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