Plymouth MAST (Multi-Agency Support Team)
@MAST_PLP
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Plymouth MAST is a service for schools that provides an integrated response to children’s barriers to learning. RTs are not endorsements
Plymouth, England
Joined November 2018
Whether you are breaking up today or next week, we hope all of our children, families & partner schools have a relaxing & fun summer break! We are here until 23 July & back on 3 Sept. ☀️🏖️ (NB - Head Teachers are aware of our emergency numbers in case of a critical incident)
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Finnley Wilson ( Senior Educational Psychology Assistant) reflects on online #misogyny, its impact in schools & how school staff can respond in line with the @educationgovuk's guidance & research. https://t.co/XdfUN4olaC
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🔔 Reminder for safeguarding professionals The Department for Education has made Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023) more accessible through a beautifully illustrated set of resources. ✨ What you’ll find: 📖 An illustrated guide 🎞️ An animated video 🧰 A practical
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If you or your colleagues are feeling #BackToSchool nerves, you’re not alone. We’ve created a short, practical guide in partnership with @annafreudcentre designed specifically for teachers and education staff. It offers expert‑led strategies to help you ease the transition and
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🚨 KCSiE 2025 is now live 🚨 The updated Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance comes into force today, 1 September 2025. 📖 Read the guidance: https://t.co/Yetck3CYY6 📩 Sign up to our bulletin (out shortly) with a full breakdown of the changes: https://t.co/N5E25IrxAX
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Going back to school can be tough for young people. We have resources to help you help them through it 💙 Lesson plan and teaching resources: https://t.co/QYHONm5hoC For education professionals: https://t.co/Giuq7jjS7k For parents and carers: https://t.co/XUizmgr5Dy
annafreud.org
This short guide provides tips about how parents and carers can best support children through the transition to secondary school.
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Welcome back to all our Plymouth & Devon schools & partner services! Hope you all had a good break. We are back to normal today after yesterday's health & safety & first aid training 😃🧯🩹 Looking forward to seeing you all soon
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A great end to the year with CPD team input from Paula Davies (MAST Psychotherapist) on Polyvagal theory & vicarious trauma. Helpful to consider the children, families & schools we work with & how we can best support them & look after ourselves 👍 #Trauma #PolyvagalTheory #ACEs
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With the summer break ahead, Jon Couch (educational psychologist) considers how parents & families can support children with additional needs. Some top tips & free things to do in & around Plymouth. #ThingsToDo #SummerHolidays #Plymouth ⛱️🌞 https://t.co/DytBT1gMEo
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‘The way a child plays is the way they live’: how therapists are using video games to help vulnerable children.' Minecraft & other creative games are becoming recognised as powerful means of self-expression & mental health support - Guardian News. https://t.co/cLNVHYFYzY
#Therapy
theguardian.com
Minecraft and other creative games are becoming recognised as powerful means of self-expression and mental health support, including for traumatised Ukrainian refugees
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Exclusive: The number of assaults on adults that have led to suspensions or exclusions has more than doubled in the past 4 years, @educationgovuk data reveals https://t.co/zwBojrarBG
tes.com
Suspensions and permanent exclusions as a result of physical assaults on adults have increased sharply, DfE data shows
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Protecting our children from harmful online content 🛡️ New school guidance means children will learn how to build healthy relationships and challenge the negative attitudes they might see online. Because every child deserves to grow up feeling safe and respected.
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At the end of a hot & busy term, Suzi Norris (Art Therapist) reflects on how she uses art therapy & mindfulness to support children in schools. Sign us up!🎨😄 #ArtTherapy #Mindfulness #Therapy
https://t.co/PJUsdZyOfm
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Our SALTs glad to see DLD & the importance of speech and language in @educationgovuk's new Writing Framework. A step forward in helping children’s communication needs. Thanks @speechandlangUK for championing this!👏#DLD #SpeechAndLanguage #WritingFramework
https://t.co/qfPpXtr01D
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After a demanding year, switching off can be easier said than done but it’s a vital part of protecting your wellbeing and recharging for the year ahead. Check out our NEW toolkit. These tips can help you step back, slow down and make space for recovery. https://t.co/TAzwmL6XDm
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📩 This evening, we sent our subscribers a summary of all the changes in the KCSiE 2025 (for information) guidance. If you missed it, don’t worry — you can view and download the full summary here: 👉 https://t.co/GRxH4Vjc4A Stay informed. Stay prepared. #KCSiE2025
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Helpful resources & info from @Lucy_Faithfull_ for teenagers worried about sexual behaviour. ‘Shore’ is also highlighted in the latest KCSIE July 2025 update. A library of articles & includes a helpline😃 https://t.co/3VIAlcTuGC
shorespace.org.uk
A safe space for teenagers worried about sexual behaviour. Shore has anonymous advice and support to help you or someone you know manage worrying thoughts and learn more about living safely both...
What is enthusiastic consent? Consent is more than just a “yes” — it’s about mutual understanding and respect. Our newest #Shore video makes the topic accessible and empowering, helping young people feel confident and informed. ▶️ Watch it now on Shore: https://t.co/O8X9iZwXNb
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Have you read our Everyone’s Safer report to support the prevention of harmful sexual behaviour in schools yet? Dive in and join the conversation. 📥 Download the report: https://t.co/n44v2lH6Ie ✍️ Read the blog: https://t.co/dNCLpnvqnu
#Safeguarding #ChildProtection
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Young people in England’s coastal towns three times more likely to have a mental health condition (via Guardian) https://t.co/SvkI0EA33Y
#MentalHealth
theguardian.com
They are suffering disproportionately and without help, say researchers, and unless they are given a voice, problems will continue to mount up
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