This short, parent-friendly leaflet is designed to help you make sense of patterns you may be noticing around your child’s emotional distress and school attendance. It offers a clear, non-judgemental checklist to support reflection, without labels or diagnosis.
 
The leaflet helps parents understand common signs of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA), recognise when school feels emotionally costly for a child, and feel more confident about when to seek support.
 
Suitable for parents at any stage of concern, including those noticing early signs as well as those already experiencing attendance difficulties.