Schools

We are passionate about providing support to schools that complement and enhance the value you add to your families. We have a special interest in working with all levels of schools to identify opportunities to improve the pastoral care and wellbeing provided in your school. Our niche skill-set is in providing a range of services to specific groups within your school community. These services include individual support, group programs, professional development and presentations.

ConectEd School PD

Professional development created by school professionals, for school professionals

Schools shape the lives of young people—and the people working in them need support too. That’s why we created ConnectEd School PD: practical, relevant professional learning designed to meet the real needs of educators supporting student wellbeing. We offer two dedicated streams:

For School Psychologists and Counsellors

Our PD for school psychologists and counsellors is tailored to the realities of working in schools. Whether you’re early in your career or highly experienced, our sessions offer practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and connection with others who understand the work. We focus on:

deepening clinical thinking in school settings
navigating systems, data, and multidisciplinary teams
building confidence in tricky areas like suicide risk, group work, and boundaries
staying grounded, reflective, and well in the face of complexity

For Pastoral Carers

If you’re a year level leader, head of house, deputy principal or in any student-facing leadership role, this stream is for you. Our sessions help you sharpen your skills in communication, decision-making, and student support—without adding to your workload. We focus on:

supporting students with behavioural, emotional and social challenges
managing role demands, being effective and efficient in your work
engaging families, students and staff with clarity and care
balancing relational work with leadership demands

All of our PD is built on real school experience, delivered by professionals who’ve walked in your shoes. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, refine your practice or simply feel less alone in the work—we’ve got you.

Find out more here

Consultancy

With over a decade of experience supporting schools, our team has extensive expertise in helping schools reflect on and improve their pastoral care and wellbeing services to ensure they offer the highest quality support.

Here are some examples of the services we provide:

Strategic planning for pastoral care frameworks and goals, including whole-school practices, teacher-led pastoral care programs, school counselling departments/staff, and learning support
Enhancing the effectiveness of pastoral care teams, including pastoral care teachers, counselling, learning support, and senior leadership
Developing processes to support students with significant mental health challenges, including those at risk of suicide or self-harm, school-based adjustments, and fostering collaboration between school and home
Reviewing and developing pastoral care programs and content
Strengthening student leadership and amplifying student voice within the school community

These are just a few examples. If there’s something specific you need that’s not on this list, let us know—we likely have the expertise and experience to deliver it.

How does it work?

We will work with you to define your specific goals and, based on this, look at the most suitable package of services to help achieve them. Depending on your needs, this could involve short-term, focused work or more intensive, ongoing support.

Who are our consultants?

Our team brings deep experience as school psychologists and educators, combining a strong understanding of school systems with practical, evidence-informed solutions. We know the realities of school life—and we tailor our work to what actually helps. Meet the team here

Presentations

Our presenters are highly experienced psychologists with extensive expertise in supporting schools, young people, and parents. With a deep understanding of a wide range of topics, we tailor each presentation to suit your specific needs. Unlike other presenters who deliver the same set of presentations, we take a personalised approach—ensuring every session is relevant, engaging, and designed to make a real impact.

Having said that, sometimes you don’t know what you don’t know (or want!) so have a look at the topic ideas below for examples

Design your ideal presentation

Choose your: Audience + Topic + Length + Format

Audience

Students (primary and secondary)
Parents
Staff

Topic

Have a look at the examples below for some topic ideas!

Length

Short presentation (approx 15min)
Whole period (approx 1hr)
Extended presentation (approx 1hr-1.5+hrs)

Format

Information-based + Questions
Extended Q&A formats
Multi-part presentations (e.g. a presentation each term that builds on a theme/topic)

Common topics

We pride ourselves on delivering presentations that are unique and tailored to your context. But sometimes you need a bit of help to work out the best topic for your school. Have a look at the options below to help you get started and then get in touch with us to see how we can make it best fit your school

Parents

Supporting your child’s mental health and wellbeing
Building strong relationships with your child
Technology and wellbeing
Building emotional resilience at home
What to do when your child is struggling: signs, support and when to seek help
Talking to kids about tough stuff: emotions, stress and big life changes
Understanding anxiety in children and teens
Managing big emotions: yours and theirs
Helping your child thrive at school: wellbeing and learning tips for home
Understanding and supporting school refusal
Navigating friendships, bullying and social challenges
Partnering with your child’s school: how to be an effective advocate

Staff

Supporting students with anxiety
Responding to emotional difficulties in schools
Supporting students through family challenges
Helping students develop healthy relationships
Addressing academic pressure and perfectionism
Supporting students at risk of self-harm and suicide
Practical counselling skills for pastoral carers
Setting up and utilising a well-being space
Developing efficient student transition programs
Defining roles in pastoral care
Effective communication strategies between pastoral care and teaching staff
Integrating pastoral care into classroom practices
Utilising data to improve pastoral care
Modernising digital systems for efficiency
Maintaining boundaries and preventing burnout

Students

Mental health literacy (knowledge of mental health and help-seeking behaviours)
How to support your friends
Healthy relationships
Study skills and organisation
Preparing for assessment
Character strengths
Mindfulness
Managing social media
Vaping (as well as other protective behaviours)

Interested in something not listed here? Just ask us and if it is within our scope, we will be more than happy to present on it! (Given the expertise our team have, there is a pretty good chance it is something we have presented on before)

Who are our presenters?

We know that how something is presented is just as important as what is being said. That’s why our presenters don’t just bring significant expertise—they also know how to engage a room. Our team delivers evidence-informed, practical content in a way that’s dynamic, relatable and genuinely enjoyable. Every session is designed to leave participants with useful ideas they can apply straight away—and a sense that their time was well spent. Meet the presentation team here

In person or online – we can deliver presentations in your school in person or online. We’re happy to work with your needs and budget

Interested? Get in touch with us below – we usually get back to you within 24hrs and can provide a quote, initial thoughts on the topic and get it locked in with minimal fuss