Our initial school refusal consultations are designed to offer you a customised level of support based on you and your child’s individual situation.
We understand that one size does not fit all and approach these consultations with a flexible and open mindset.
Throughout the process we ensure that you are fully informed and involved in establishing the best next steps.
All of our consultations are virtual meetings, but we can accommodate face-to-face where necessary.
Our personalised consultation services at Can’t Face School include:
- Developing a Return to School plan
- Action planning meetings with you to assess re-engagement strategies, impact of effectiveness, and re-plan next steps
- Working closely with the school on your behalf to ensure they are supported and plans are followed through
- Organise and facilitate school meetings and care team meetings, so that all staff are comfortable and have the right information to support the plan
- Building the schools understanding of your child’s needs during this time so they can best support
- Collate other professional work advice in a way that the school will be able to support in the classroom
- Offering face to face and / or virtual meetings with your child
- Observations and assessments related to supporting re-engagement in school
How much does it cost?
Personalised School Refusal Consultation is charged by the hour.
An Initial School Refusal Consultation costs $260. This includes a virtual 1 hour meeting going through background and contextual information, then we will send you a report with recommended suggestions and next steps.
An Action Planning Session costs $190. This is a 1 hour meeting to review your current situation and consult about navigating next steps. As we would have completed an initial consultation with you we will have all your information on file to provide detailed advice.
School Refusal Program Packages vary in price, allowing us to follow through with a Return to School plan for you based on our suggestions and next steps. The packages available allow us to increase the impact we can have in a successful re-engagement back into school.
We have a range of school refusal support services to suit different needs and situations and can help determine which is best for you in our FREE 15-minute consultations.
FAQs
What happens during an initial consultation?
During the initial consultation, we take the time to understand your child’s situation in detail via a virtual meeting. we take the time to understand your child’s situation in detail. This includes what’s been happening, what’s been tried so far, and what challenges you’re currently facing. From this, we provide clear next steps and practical recommendations to help guide your child’s return to school.
How long is the initial consultation?
The virtual session typically runs for around an hour, giving us enough time to explore your situation thoroughly and provide meaningful guidance.
Do I need to prepare anything before the session?
You don’t need to prepare anything formal. However, it can be helpful to think about key events, patterns, or concerns you’ve noticed. We will guide the conversation and ask the right questions to support you.
Can my child attend the consultation?
In most cases, the initial consultation is with parents or carers only. This allows us to gather a clear understanding of the situation first and determine the best next steps before involving your child.
What happens after the consultation?
After the session, you’ll have a clearer understanding of what’s going on and what to do next. You may choose to move forward with action planning sessions or ongoing support, depending on your needs.