Beyond Wiping Noses: Building an informed approach to pastoral leadership in schools

Stephen Lane's book Beyond Wiping Noses: Building an informed approach to pastoral leadership in schools emphasizes the importance of pastoral care in education and provides practical insights on how schools can develop a research-informed approach to pastoral care. The book covers key pastoral considerations such as safeguarding, behavior, bullying, and wellbeing and mental health, and offers advice on how to embed pastoral routines in the curriculum and develop an integrated approach to taking care of pupils.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 21 August 2020
Publisher: Crown House Publishing

Stephen Lane's book, Beyond Wiping Noses: Building an Informed Approach to Pastoral Leadership in Schools, emphasizes the crucial role of pastoral care as an integral part of the function and purpose of schooling. In the current context of interest in developing research-informed approaches to teaching, pedagogy has understandably received significant attention. However, the well-documented rise in pupil anxiety and mental ill-health in recent times has underscored the urgent need for schools and teachers to adopt a more rigorous approach to pastoral care.

In this highly relevant and timely book, teacher and Head of Year Stephen Lane, also known as Sputnik Steve, presents a compelling case for developing a research-informed approach to the pastoral aspect of teaching. Drawing from his extensive experiences in pastoral practice, Stephen offers valuable insights and practical advice on how to design a knowledge-rich pastoral curriculum that encompasses self-awareness and understanding of others.

Through his comprehensive survey of the field of pastoral provision and leadership, Stephen provides practical takeaways for schools seeking to build an integrated approach to pupil care. He explores how pastoral routines can be seamlessly integrated into the curriculum, considering cognitive load theory and Rosenshine's principles of instruction. The book also includes chapters dedicated to key pastoral considerations, such as safeguarding, behavior management, bullying prevention, and wellbeing and mental health.

Beyond Wiping Noses is an invaluable resource for teachers, school leaders, and anyone with a pastoral role in any school setting. It offers a comprehensive and evidence-based framework for promoting student well-being and academic success, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Weight: 316g
Dimension: 156 x 233 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785835049