News and Blogs

13th March 2025 | Blogs

Explore the full lineup of CPD sessions for Licensed Practitioners happening in April.

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26th February 2025 | Blogs

Get to know Sarah Kelly, Thrive’s Head of Apprenticeships, as she shares her journey into the world of apprenticeships, her passion for providing career-changing opportunities, and what makes Thrive’s apprenticeship programmes unique. Discover her expert advice for those considering an apprenticeship and how Thrive’s programmes integrate specialist training with real-world impact in schools.

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25th February 2025 | Blogs | Case Studies | Thrive Schools of Excellence

Faced with challenges in ensuring a consistent approach to supporting emotional wellbeing, Barnham CEVC Primary School introduced Thrive. Now a School of Excellence, Barnham has seen measurable success in both academic and emotional development. Staff feel empowered to prioritise children’s mental health and wellbeing across all areas of school life and have a consistent approach to managing behaviour.

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25th February 2025 | Blogs

Thank you for taking part in our World Book Day competition! This year’s theme, "Read Your Way," encouraged children to celebrate the joy of reading in their favourite or most unusual spots – and you certainly delivered.

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11th February 2025 | Blogs | Case Studies | Thrive Schools of Excellence

Woodend Farm School is an independent special school in Essex. In just over a year, the school has been recognised as a Thrive School of Excellence for its commitment to supporting pupils’ social and emotional development and for creating an inclusive environment where young people feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

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3rd February 2025 | Blogs

This Children’s Mental Health Week, we’re excited to share a series of bitesize videos designed to support children and young people to understand and manage their emotions. In keeping with this year’s theme, ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’, the videos empower children and young people to explore their feelings, build self-awareness and develop strategies to help them navigate different emotions.

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3rd February 2025 | Blogs

Advice on spotting the early warning signs of poor mental health in children and young people has been launched by Thrive in celebration of Children’s Mental Health Week.

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30th January 2025 | Blogs

Thrive Licensed Practitioners play a crucial role in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people. This blog delves into what the role entails, the personal and professional benefits, the positive impact on pupils, and how a Thrive apprenticeship could be the perfect route to gaining your qualification.

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22nd January 2025 | Blogs

Thrive is delighted to announce the launch of two new levy-funded, triple award apprenticeships. The ideal pathway for people who have previously trained as Licensed Practitioners, the Thrive Advanced Practitioner Apprenticeship and the Thrive Advanced Practitioner Leadership Apprenticeship offer advanced and unique opportunities to upskill staff, empower professional growth, and impact the lives of children and young people.

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21st January 2025 | Blogs | Case Studies | Thrive Schools of Excellence

Churchward School, part of Brunel Academies Trust, is a unique special free school in Swindon supporting young people aged 11-19 years with autism and associated social communication difficulties. Now a Thrive School of Excellence, Churchward School has seen significant improvements in students’ emotional wellbeing and social development, creating firm foundations for academic success.

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