Cottingley Village Primary School
School anxiety – support for 'emotionally based school avoidance' (EBSA)
Is your child struggling to go to school due to feelings of worry or stress?
Are you unsure about what to do?
Emotionally based school avoidance, or EBSA, happens when children and young people have worries about school, leading to difficulties attending school.
If this is affecting a young person in your family, you as parent or carer can join the friendly and supportive Parent Support Group with the Educational Psychology Team. You'll find a safe space to:
Share and listen to other parents and get ideas to help.
Learn more about what you can do to support your child, and what you can expect from school.
The next group is starting on Wednesday 30th September and will be held online. You still have time to sign up, but please book quickly to avoid missing out.
Where: Online
When: Join us weekly from 1pm to 2.30pm from Wednesday 30th September Wednesday 21st October 2026. You must be able to attend all 4 sessions.
Book: by e-mailing EBSA@bradford.gov.uk or by calling 01274 439444.
There are further groups available, both in person and online, you can find details on the FYI website – Bradford FYI |
