We are organising training for the third SBC cohort of the Massage in Schools programme.
It has strong, evidence-based outcomes including reductions in negative physical touch behaviours and is widely used across Scotland and the rest of the world.
Feedback from schools in the Borders already using this has been very positive.
Target Audience: Pupil Support / Support for Learning /ASN / Nurture staff iw
Training Dates: It will be delivered over two days on Fri 18 and Mon 21 of September 2026. Attendance at both days is required.
Venue: Roxburgh Suite, Council Headquarters
TO BOOK – sign up via Business World
Attendees will be expected to deliver this program in schools and will be licensed to deliver this program for life after completion of the course.
Potential attendees should be aware that the training does involve direct, positive, physical contact before they agree to attend or participate
This programme can be delivered
- for targeted groups
- as a modelled whole class offer. In this instance the class teacher will be expected to continue with delivery after the programme has been delivered to their class.
There are 20 places available – first 10 spaces are free of charge to schools / settings.
