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Set clear expectations. Let them know (will take time) that the process is about supporting them

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Set clear expectations. Let them know (will take time) that the process is about supporting them

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Plan in advance where there are good spaces for students to feel valued and safe. Check that they are comfortable.

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Reflecting back any notes taken which may be shared and agree the content

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Reflecting back any notes taken which may be shared and agree the content

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Allocate a period which is dedicated to coaching so that it becomes a habit

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Allocate a period which is dedicated to coaching so that it becomes a habit

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Ensure that the coaching session focuses on a subject that matters to them.

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Ensure that the coaching session focuses on a subject that matters to them.

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If possible, offer a choice of 2 different times to meet eg for 6th form timetabled lessons, ask which of the 2 lessons suits them to be coached, and which one they want as private study time

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Do you need to change the coaching style to suit the individual student?

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Do you need to change the coaching style to suit the individual student?

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Ask them to consider the reality by them giving examples.  Can they be matched with what their teachers believe academics?

Have they had the opportunity to consider alternatives / are they even aware of alternatives?

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Discuss this as part of the coaching process. How long do they think this is going to take them to achieve?

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Discuss this as part of the coaching process. How long do they think this is going to take them to achieve?

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Consider what is within their control, and what isn't

Consider timeframe, and breaking down big goals into smaller mini goals

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Establish ground rules before the first session

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I'd love to hear more....
Can you tell me more....?
Would you like some time to think about that?

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Ask if they would like advice for some points, what do they think to these ideas?

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Don't rush a session. sometimes better to rearrange than hurry through for the sake of it