Support your pupils with predictable, calm and consistent classroom expectations using this fully editable Create Your Own Classroom Routines pack. Designed for teachers, SENDCos and pastoral teams, this resource helps staff build visual, child‑friendly routines that reduce anxiety, strengthen independence and create a smooth flow to the school day. Perfect for EYFS, primary and SEND settings, this pack empowers staff to design routines that match their classroom, their learners and their teaching style — all while supporting regulation, belonging and readiness to learn.

Help children slow down, notice their thoughts and celebrate their personal growth with this beautifully designed Reflection Jar Task. Perfect for classrooms, nurture groups and SEND settings, this resource encourages pupils to collect meaningful moments, insights and reflections throughout the day or week. By turning reflection into a simple, visual routine, this task supports emotional literacy, metacognition and wellbeing — helping children recognise the small steps that show they are learning, growing and becoming more self‑aware.

Strengthen relationships, build trust and support early identification with this practical Getting to Know Your Pupils staff document. Designed for teachers, support staff, SENDCos and pastoral teams, this resource provides a clear, structured way to understand each child as an individual — their strengths, needs, interests and what helps them feel safe and ready to learn. This tool supports the principles of Every Child Achieving and Thriving by promoting connection, belonging and predictable, relational practice from day one.

Help children recognise, name and communicate their emotions with this beautifully designed Feelings Fan & Feelings Wheel set. Created for classrooms, nurture groups and SEND settings, this resource supports emotional literacy, regulation and connection through clear visuals and child‑friendly language. Perfect for early years, primary and SEMH support, these tools give pupils a simple, accessible way to express how they feel — reducing frustration, supporting co‑regulation and strengthening relationships.

Support your school in delivering consistent, needs‑led and relational practice with this fully editable Individual Support Plan (ISP) template. Designed for SEND teams, class teachers, pastoral staff and behaviour leads, this resource provides a clear, structured and trauma‑informed way to understand and support a pupil’s needs. This ISP helps staff move from behaviour‑focused responses to needs‑focused intervention — ensuring every child is seen, understood and supported.

Help your school confidently prepare for the September changes outlined in Every Child Achieving and Thriving with this clear, practical and accessible support document. Designed for leaders, teachers, SENDCos and pastoral teams, this resource translates the white paper into simple, actionable guidance schools can use immediately. This pack removes the overwhelm by breaking down the key shifts, expectations and priorities — giving staff a ready‑to‑use roadmap for implementation.

Behaviour Regulation Intervention This intervention is a structured programme designed to help young people understand the reasons behind their behaviour, recognise how thoughts, feelings and experiences influence their actions, and develop the skills needed to make safe, positive choices. It places behaviour regulation at the centre, recognising that behaviour is a form of communication and that young people are more likely to succeed when they feel understood, supported and equipped with practical strategies. The programme supports young people to: Recognise the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviour Identify personal triggers and early warning signs Develop emotional awareness and self-reflection Learn and practise behaviour regulation strategies Build confidence in making safe and positive choices Strengthen problem-solving and decision-making skills Understand the impact of their behaviour on themselves and others Develop resilience and effective coping strategies Repair relationships and take responsibility for their actions in a positive way

This social story teaches pupils that their mouth and teeth should be used safely and kindly within the school environment. It supports children in understanding why biting hurts others, what to do when they experience big feelings, and how to make safe, positive choices instead. Paired with the accompanying worksheets, this resource helps pupils develop emotional awareness, recognise triggers, practise effective self-regulation strategies, and build the skills needed to keep themselves and others safe throughout the school day.

This intervention is a structured programme designed to help young people understand their internal states, recognise what their bodies and emotions are telling them, and develop practical strategies to stay calm, focused, and in control. It teaches pupils that regulation is a skill — not something they are expected to “just know” — and supports them to build this skill through modelling, practice, and reflection. The programme supports young people to: • Notice early signs of dysregulation • Understand how thoughts, feelings, and body sensations are connected • Identify personal triggers and patterns • Learn and practise regulation strategies that work for them • Build confidence in using tools independently • Strengthen problem‑solving and coping skills • Develop resilience and a sense of agency over their behaviour

This intervention is a structured programme designed to help young people understand their emotions, express themselves safely, and develop the skills needed to manage feelings in healthy, constructive ways. It places emotional awareness and regulation at the centre, recognising that behaviour is communication and that young people thrive when they have the language and tools to make sense of their inner world. The programme supports young people to: • Identify and name a wide range of emotions • Understand how emotions feel in the body • Recognise triggers and early warning signs • Learn and practise regulation strategies • Build confidence in expressing feelings appropriately • Strengthen empathy and awareness of others’ emotions • Develop problem‑solving and coping skills

This intervention is a structured six‑week programme designed to help young people understand relationships, build self‑awareness, and develop the skills needed to form safe, respectful connections. It places the young person’s emotional readiness, regulation, and individual needs at the centre, ensuring the work is flexible, trauma‑informed and grounded in compassion. The programme supports young people to • Understand the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships • Respect boundaries and personal space • Learn about consent, choice and communication • Explore different types of relationships • Manage jealousy and other big emotions • Build positive, trusting connections with others

This social story helps pupils understand what bullying is, how it affects others, and what they can do to make safe, respectful choices in school. It supports children in recognising unkind behaviours, knowing when something becomes bullying, and understanding why kindness and respect matter for keeping everyone safe and happy. Paired with the accompanying worksheets, this resource helps pupils build empathy, practice positive behaviours, and develop the confidence to speak up, seek help, and treat others with care throughout the school day. Connection First Resources aims to create engaging social stories and practical intervention resources to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This social story helps pupils understand what indecent exposure is, why it is not appropriate, and how to keep themselves and others safe in school. It supports children in recognising private body parts, understanding that these must always stay covered in public, and knowing what to do if they ever see behaviour that makes them feel confused, worried, or uncomfortable. Paired with the accompanying worksheets, this resource helps pupils build body awareness, practice safe boundaries, and develop the confidence to speak up and seek help from a trusted adult whenever they need support

This social story helps pupils understand what it means to move to a new school and supports them through the feelings and changes that come with this transition. It explains what they might see, who they might meet, and how they can settle into their new environment safely and confidently. Paired with the accompanying worksheets, this resource helps pupils explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to adapt to new routines, make friends, and feel comfortable in their new school community.

This social story helps pupils understand what inappropriate touch is, why it is not okay, and how to keep themselves and others safe in school. It supports children in recognising safe vs. unsafe touch, knowing what to do if someone makes them feel uncomfortable, and understanding that everyone has the right to personal space and to feel safe. Paired with the accompanying worksheets, this resource helps pupils build empathy, practice positive behaviours, and develop the confidence to speak up, seek help, and treat others with care throughout the school day.

This social story teaches pupils how to use their hands safely and kindly within the school environment. It supports children in understanding what kind hands look like, when and how to use them, and why they matter for keeping everyone safe and happy. Paired with the accompanying worksheets, this resource helps pupils practice positive behaviour, build emotional awareness, and develop the skills needed to make safe, respectful choices with their hands throughout the school day. Connection First Resources aims to create engaging social stories and practical intervention resources to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.