Many teachers face disengaged, disruptive, or withdrawn students. When traditional teaching methods are not working, they feel frustrated, demotivated, and unsure how to relate to them. And it’s wrong to expect them to be educators, social workers, and counsellors at the same time.
“Our teachers left the session with a better understanding of how movement helps students experiencing difficulties.”
“Feedback from teachers was overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting how relevant Darren made his message.”
“Darren took the time to speak to staff after his inspiring talk to make our INSET day a brilliant start to term.”
“Making our headteachers more conscious of how they communicate was an added benefit we didn't expect.”
Darren Harris is a Paralympian, who has succeeded because of, not despite his disability. As a school governor, Darren knows what it means to teachers to see students achieve their full potential. With a master’s degree in health psychology, he is also the perfect person to help teachers understand the science of adverse childhood experiences.
His Unblind Your Mind programme includes a talk that gives teachers a powerful framework for teaching students with ACEs:
- Practise Self-Care – Teachers cannot pour from an empty cup.
- Include Mindfulness Activities – Students need to be in the room to learn.
- Develop a Growth Mindset – Classrooms are a safe place to make mistakes.
If you are ready to join the dozens of schools and academy trusts that have trusted Darren Harris to deliver teacher CPD at their Inset days,
Without intervention, the risk of burnout escalates, and the cycle of trauma continues.
With a plan of action, teachers become energised, inspired, and empowered; the classroom transforms into a place of healing, growth, and academic success; and teachers go home knowing they are not just teaching—but changing lives.