All staff from Glenasmole and Brittas National Schools will undergo professional training in the Zones of Regulation framework. 

This evidence-based approach will equip staff to support students in developing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and coping strategies. By focusing on emotional and sensory needs, this training will promote inclusive education and address the needs of all learners, including those with additional needs.

All Schools completed On-Demand Comprehensive Training Course which was 5.5 clock hours.

Classroom Teachers , Special Education Teachers (SET) from both schools participated in structured peer observations to exchange inclusive teaching strategies. Observations will focus on the application of emotional regulation techniques, creating accessible learning environments, and adapting classroom settings to support diverse needs.

Evaluated the alignment of these practices with the Wellbeing Framework and identify areas for further development.

The Zones of Regulation Digital Curriculum for each school. It is available for the year until February 2026.

State: Low energy or down

Goal: Recognise when you're in the blue zone and use strategies to feel more alert and focused

• Feelings: Calm, happy, focused, content, in control

• State: Optimal state for learning, socialising, and participating

• Goal: Recognise and maintain this state as much as possible

• Feelings: Frustrated, silly, nervous, worried, excited, wiggly

• State: Elevated emotions, but still somewhat in control

• Goal: Use strategies to calm down or stay focused before moving into the red zone

  
  

• Feelings: Angry, terrified, panicked, elated, devastated

• State: Very intense emotions, often out of control

• Goal: Recognise this state quickly and apply calming or coping s

• Integrated into SPHE (Social, Personal and Health Education)

• Visual aids like zone posters, emotion cards, and toolboxes

• Used during circle time, one-to-one sessions, or throughout the day

• Helps children communicate how they feel using non-judgmental language ("I'm in the yellow zone")