‘A fantastic book to support developing restorative work in schools…. quality advice and guidance for developing RP which can be applied to settings outside of the school environment too such as youth groups and social settings.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Great overview of the change process as well as Implementing Restorative Practices in Schools’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Implementing Restorative Practice in Schools explains what has to happen in a school in order for it to become truly restorative, and why it matters!
Section 1 explains the potential of restorative practice in schools, describing the positive outcomes for students and teachers. It also outlines the measures that need to be in place in order to embed restorative practice. Section 2 examines the process of understanding and managing change, providing realistic and pragmatic guidance on the practical and emotional barriers that may be encountered. Finally, Section 3 provides in eight practical steps, strategic guidance for achieving a restorative culture that sticks.
Featuring useful pro formas and templates, this book will be an indispensable guide for educators, administrators and school leaders in mainstream and specialist settings.
Table of Content
Foreword by Graham Robb. Introduction. Section 1. A Whole School Approach. 1. Restorative Practice Explained. 2. Restorative Practice in Schools. 3. The Restorative School – Begin with the End in Mind. Section 2. Managing the Change Process. 4. Understanding the Change Process. 5. Why Change Fails. 6. Change is an Emotional Process. 7. Elements of Effective Change Processes. 8. The Importance of Leadership. Section 3. Making it Happen: An Implementation Guide. 9. Overview. 10. Getting Ready for Change. 11. Getting the Ball Rolling: Overcoming Inertia. 12. Implementing and Embedding the Change. Conclusion. Appendices. References. Recommended Reading and Helpful Websites.
About the author
Peta Blood Blood is the Managing Director of Circle Speak, a company committed to making a difference in workplaces, communities and schools. With Margaret Thorsborne, Peta co-founded Restorative Practices International (RPI), the world’s first international membership organization for restorative practitioners. Peta lives in Sydney, Australia.
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