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The Education Authority (EA) has introduced a new thematic unit to help primary school children become aware of the risks which may surround them both at home and at school.
The unit provides Key Stage 2 teachers with a range of activities that allow children to explore how they can prepare for and deal with emergency situations. The unit also examines the effects of natural and human events upon our environment over time.
The unit utilises new and existing materials from various first responders, partner agencies and government bodies providing a wide scale of information and knowledge to help educate children on different scenarios and outcomes.
Kieran Connolly, Emergency Planning Manager, said: “Building resilience within our Education sector is one of our four pillars of the EA resilience strategy. Our ‘Be Ready’ Thematic Unit aims to build resilience in our children and young people to help them be prepared for everyday societal risks such as reacting in a medical emergency, staying safe during extreme weather conditions and highlighting risks and hazards at home and in the community they can be aware off.
“The unit is the product of our multi-agency partner collaborations to develop and deliver materials in a resource which is readily available for our teaching colleagues. I would like to thank all participants for supporting this project especially the tireless work of our education colleagues.
“We’re delighted to roll out the ‘Be Ready’ unit to even more schools following the overwhelmingly positive response from our pilot programme, this initiative doesn’t stop at the school gates – we hope it reaches into homes and empowers families to feel confident, connected, and ready for whatever comes their way.”
St Malachy’s Primary School, Glencull, participated in a pilot last year. The principal Brian Gormley said: “Piloting the ‘Be Ready’ Thematic Unit has had a very positive impact, with pupils showing increased confidence, resilience, and independence.
“The unit’s focus on real-life scenarios, including farm safety, equips pupils with the skills to make informed choices and stay safe in everyday situations.”
If you’re interested in finding out more about the unit and introducing it in your school, please contact the Supporting Learning Team by email:
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