Emotional Based School Avoidance/Kiltwalk Glasgow

Aim: Empowering pupils and parents at Robert Burns Academy to boost resilience, mental health, and lifelong learning success for brighter futures

Kaizen Youth Empowerment are seeking sponsorship to deliver targeted interventions addressing Emotional-Based School Avoidance, Parental Empowerment & Mental Health Support, and our Pupil Leadership Programme “Believe to Achieve” at Robert Burns Academy, East Ayrshire. 

With 68% of pupils living in the most deprived areas, this initiative tackles barriers to education, mental well-being, and aspirations, ensuring young people have the tools to thrive.

1. Emotional-Based School Avoidance Programme

This programme addresses anxiety, low self-esteem, and disengagement among pupils struggling with school attendance and engagement.

Activities:

•    1:1 mentoring session’s 

•    Group resilience workshops 

•    Parental support strategies to reinforce engagement

•    Pre- and post-programme evaluation

Outcomes:

•    Increased school attendance and engagement

•    Improved emotional resilience and coping skills

This initiative is crucial in breaking cycles of non-attendance and low engagement, helping pupils regain confidence and motivation for learning.

2. Parental Empowerment & Mental Health Support (Mental Wellbeing Modalities)

Parental mental health plays a pivotal role in a child’s success. This initiative supports parents through mental health support and personal development coaching to help them manage previous traumatic stress, build resilience, and create a stable and secure home environment.

Activities:

•    1-1 clinical hypnotherapy tailored to individual needs

•    Group mental health coaching and resilience training

•    Therapeutic interventions for stress, anxiety, and trauma

•    Follow-up support for sustained well-being

Outcomes:

•    Improved mental health and emotional resilience among parents

•    Strengthened family relationships and home environments

•    Increased parental engagement in education

Supporting parents helps create a foundation for children’s long-term success both academically and emotionally.

3. Believe to Achieve – Primary Leadership & Resilience Programme

An 8-week programme for Primary 5-7 and Secondary S1-3 pupils, designed to develop confidence, resilience, and leadership while promoting goal setting and a growth mindset.

Activities:

•    Leadership and personal development workshops

•    Goal setting, decision-making, and resilience training

•    Values-based learning integrated into school environments

•    Parental engagement to reinforce learning

Outcomes:

•    Increased self-esteem, confidence, and resilience

•    Strengthened leadership and communication skills

•    Improved engagement, attendance, and attainment

By embedding leadership skills at an early stage, we empower young people to take charge of their future and become positive role models within their school and community.

Without support, vulnerable young people risk disengagement, mental health struggles, and limited future opportunities. 

This sponsorship will directly go to young people:

Improve attendance and educational engagement.

Enhance mental health and resilience.

Empower young people and families to create positive change.

Our Leader at Kaizen Youth Empowerment has a proven track record of delivering evidence-based interventions across Scotland. By funding this initiative, you will help break the cycle of poverty and educational disengagement, building a strong and resilient community.

This project successfully funded on 10th May 2025