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July 11, 2026Support for LearningOpen Access

The impact of introducing relational approaches into four primary schools

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DCDavid ColleyLDLaura DennisEKEmma Knipe

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Randomized trial shows significant socio-emotional progress in pupils, indicating benefits for school environment and staff well-being.

Key Points

  • The aim is to assess the impact of relational approaches on the socio-emotional progress of students in primary schools.
  • Four primary schools received training and investment in relational approaches over a two-year period.
  • Pupils' socio-emotional progress was measured using the Boxall Profile assessment instrument.
  • Staff focus group interviews assessed changes in school ethos and practices.
  • 57 pupils in the nurture group showed statistically significant socio-emotional progress.
  • Qualitative observations indicated improvements in adult-child interactions and overall school atmosphere.
  • The impact on school suspension data was inconclusive.

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Colley et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a51e329c18d7f28ca5016cbhttps://doi.org/10.1111/1467-9604.70066
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