When young people carry knives: 3 things school staff need to know
Knife carrying is driven mainly by fear, victimisation and a search for status, so staff should understand the SCARF model, show fairness and know what to do when a knife appears.
Relationships and behaviour in schools
The post compares Paul Dix, who argues adult behaviour shapes school culture through consistency, kindness and relationships, with Tom Bennett’s approach, and explains how Dynamis training draws on both.
Dynamis Trainers Receive Glowing Feedback as New School Year Begins
A start-of-year round-up of feedback praising practical scenarios including outdoor exercises, trainers’ legal knowledge and lively delivery, with one deputy head calling it the best training in this area.
The dangers of intruders on school property
Youths from other schools or neighbourhoods are the most commonly reported intruders, parents who bypass protocols can count as intruders, and local gangs settling scores are the most dangerous. The post ends with recommendations.
Positive handling interventions in schools: A team activity
Two members of staff should manage any restraint, the post argues, because a second pair of eyes reduces harm in the moment and gives corroborated accounts when the incident is reviewed.
Embracing the Local Context: Dynamis Training’s Unique Approach to Handling Behaviours of Concern in the UAE
For schools in the UAE, the post sets out questions to put to training providers during procurement, covering local culture, the relevant penal code and labour law that applies to the school.
Encouraging report on use of reasonable force in schools
Revealing Reality carried out the 2024 DfE research across 45 special and alternative provision schools. It found a positive picture: whole-school policies, and an aim to keep the use of force to a minimum.
What are Trauma Informed Schools?
Trauma-informed schools recognise how trauma affects pupils and respond with safety, trust and respect. The post covers the impact of trauma, six principles including choice, collaboration and cultural humility, benefits and implementation.
Dynamis receives 5-star Endorsement from ‘Safety Without Compromise’ Expert Panel
Dynamis receives the highest level of endorsement from the SWC Experts Group panel after work to improve training delivery and governance, thanking Eric Baskind, Peter Turner and Tony Bleetman for their advice.
Our Remote Positive Handling Training Options for International Schools
Remote training delivered over Zoom is presented as a way for international schools to train staff, with accessibility, flexible scheduling and lower travel and accommodation costs listed as the main benefits.