The Psychology Of Complaints And How To Sustain Yourself

This training session is designed to support Headteachers and senior leadership team members in navigating the emotional toll of challenging and sometimes vexatious complaints.
The session will explore the underlying psychological drivers behind complaints, including projection, fear, and unmet expectations, and how these can manifest in interactions with parents, staff, and stakeholders. By understanding the motivations behind these behaviours, school leaders can approach situations with greater clarity, empathy, and strategic calm.
 
Learning outcomes include:
 


Who is this for?
 
  • Delivered to leadership teams/groups of schools
  • HTs | All phases
Cost:
£199 per person
 
Time / Venue:
09.00 - 15.30 at Bishop Challoner Catholic College
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