Support Children to Achieve Their Learning Potential
Level:
CPD
Duration:
3 hrs
Course code:
TD/2025/09083
Max group:
12
Learn strategies to support children’s development and help them reach their learning potential
Course Summary
Support Children to Achieve Their Learning Potential
The Support Children to Achieve Their Learning Potential course is designed for educators, caregivers, and child development professionals to equip them with the skills and strategies necessary to support children’s learning and development. By understanding the unique needs of each child and creating an inclusive, supportive environment, professionals can help children overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential. This course covers topics such as personalized learning plans, emotional and social support, early intervention strategies, and fostering a growth mindset. Key Learning Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the Factors That Affect a Child’s Learning Potential Recognize how emotional, social, and environmental factors influence learning. Identify developmental stages and learning differences that may impact a child’s progress. Explore the role of a child’s background, culture, and experiences in shaping learning. Identify and Support Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Learn how to spot early signs of learning difficulties and special educational needs. Understand the key principles of personalized learning plans (IEPs) and accommodations. Develop strategies to support children with SEN in mainstream educational settings. Create a Positive and Inclusive Learning Environment Foster an environment where every child feels valued, supported, and motivated to learn. Understand the importance of building relationships with children to promote trust and engagement. Learn how to use positive reinforcement and behavior management techniques. Develop Tailored Support Strategies for Individual Learners Learn how to assess individual needs and create personalized learning strategies. Explore different teaching methods, including visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles. Use differentiated instruction to ensure all children, regardless of ability, are challenged and engaged. Support Social and Emotional Development Understand the importance of social and emotional learning (SEL) in supporting academic success. Develop strategies to help children build resilience, self-esteem, and interpersonal skills. Learn how to manage and support behavioral challenges in a constructive way. Foster a Growth Mindset in Children Encourage a growth mindset by promoting the belief that intelligence and abilities can improve with effort. Develop techniques to help children embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and persist in the face of difficulties. Implement activities that build confidence and a love for learning. Work Collaboratively with Families and Other Professionals Learn the importance of engaging parents and caregivers in the learning process. Understand how to communicate effectively with families and other support professionals (e.g., speech therapists, counselors). Foster a team approach to support the holistic development of children. Monitor and Evaluate Progress Learn how to assess and monitor children’s academic, social, and emotional progress. Use formative and summative assessments to track development and adjust teaching methods. Learn to provide constructive feedback and celebrate successes, no matter how small.
Course Contents
Module 1: Introduction to Supporting Children’s Learning Potential
Key stages of child development related to learning potential
Impact of early childhood experiences on later learning
Overview of cognitive, emotional, and social development
Environmental, social, and emotional factors influencing learning
Role of family dynamics, culture, and socioeconomic status
Module 2: Identifying and Supporting Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Recognizing early signs of learning difficulties: speech, language, motor delays
Differentiating learning difficulties vs. developmental delays
Creating and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Collaborating with special education professionals
Support strategies for dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and other challenges
Using assistive technologies and resources
Module 3: Building a Positive and Inclusive Learning Environment
Fostering trust, respect, and inclusivity in the classroom
Setting up a participatory and engaging learning space
Positive behavior reinforcement techniques
Managing challenging behaviors constructively
Encouraging self-regulation and independence
Module 4: Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
Understanding visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles
Adapting teaching methods to individual needs
Modifying lesson plans and activities for varying abilities
Using scaffolding and differentiated tasks
Employing group work and peer support strategies
Module 5: Supporting Social and Emotional Development
Role of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in academic performance
Key SEL components: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, decision-making
Teaching coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, frustration
Encouraging positive self-talk and growth mindset
Supporting children with trauma, anxiety, depression
Collaborating with counselors and mental health professionals
Module 6: Fostering a Growth Mindset in Children
Understanding growth mindset vs. fixed mindset
Influence of mindset on motivation, resilience, learning outcomes
Encouraging viewing challenges as learning opportunities
Praising effort, persistence, and progress
Using failures as learning experiences
Module 7: Working Collaboratively with Families and Other Professionals
Effective communication with parents and caregivers
Involving families in setting and achieving learning goals
Providing resources to support learning at home
Collaborating with speech therapists, occupational therapists, counselors, and specialists
Working within multidisciplinary teams
Module 8: Monitoring Progress and Adjusting Support Strategies
Using formative and summative assessments to track progress
Observing and documenting emotional, social, academic growth
Adapting learning plans based on assessments and feedback
Continuously modifying teaching approaches
Celebrating achievements to build confidence and motivation
Module 9: Developing Strategies for Long-Term Success
Encouraging curiosity, lifelong learning, and growth mindset
Preparing children for transitions (grade/school changes)
Promoting goal-setting and self-reflection
Fostering independence, resilience, and responsibility
Assessment
The instructor conducts a single written assessments at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a three-year Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (Level 6 in Scotland). No external assessors are required for this qualification.
Duration
The course requires a minimum of 7 hours, distributed over the day. While it is ideal to complete the course in one day, we can adjust the schedule to suit your specific needs, as long as the course is completed within 3 weeks of starting and each training session lasts at least two hours.
Certification Validity
This qualification has no formal expiry, however regular CPD and updates are recommended.
Further Information - Course Numbers
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 18 years of age to qualify.
Assessment method: Activities, test paper.
Pre-requisite: None
Suggested progression:
recommended refresher training and CPD;