Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) Online Webinars

The Educational Psychology Service will be running two online webinars exploring Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) (pdf, 385kb) and barriers to engagement and attendance.

Webinar 1: Introduction to EBSA – Barriers to Engagement and Attendance

This webinar will explore the main theories and frameworks for understanding emotional-based barriers to school attendance. Participants will gain insights into the underlying factors that contribute to EBSA, with the opportunity to discuss common challenges and begin to look at what can help children and young people re-engage with learning.

This session provides a solid introduction for anyone unsure about what EBSA, EBSNA or barriers to attendance or engagement mean.

Suitable for:
Anyone interested in learning about EBSA or those who struggle to engage fully in education.

Date: Tuesday 27 January 2026
Time: 15:30 – 17:00
Location: Online

Webinar 2: EBSA – Early Intervention and Practical Applications for Schools

Attendance at the “Introduction to EBSA” webinar is not required but is recommended to give a broader understanding of EBSA before attending this webinar.

This webinar will explore practical advice and ways to embed support for EBSA throughout school, such as preventative strategies and targeted interventions. The session will introduce the Oxfordshire EBSA toolkit as a resource to support universal and targeted intervention.

Suitable for:
Professionals supporting students with EBSA, looking for practical approaches to support students’ engagement with school.

Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026
Time: 15:30 – 17:00
Location: Online

Cost: £30 per login link
Book your place: EBSA Webinar - Education Services

Please note: This webinar includes a chance for Q&A but there will not be an opportunity for problem solving for individual cases, and EPs will be unable to give specific advice.

Questions? Email: educationalpsychologycentral@oxfordshire.gov.uk