At NAAVA Education, we support children and young people across nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools, PRUs and SEN settings.
Why nervous system regulation changes everything for children
Why Regulation Matters for Children
When children become overwhelmed, their “thinking brain” can switch off, making it harder for them to process information, make decisions, or regulate their emotions. This often shows up as:
Emotional outbursts
Shutdown or withdrawal
Difficulty focusing
Low frustration tolerance
Challenging behaviours
Anxiety or avoidance
Children can become easily overwhelmed because their nervous systems are still developing and they are constantly taking in new information, emotions and stimulation.
How Children Develop From Our Practices
EARLY EMOTIONAL AWARENESS
BETTER SETTLING AFTER TRANSITIONS
ABILITY TO RECOGNISE "BIG FEELINGS"
EARLY SELF SOOTHING TOOLS
STRONGER CONNECTIONS WITH PEERS AND ADULTS
We meet children where they are - with warmth, safety and adaptability.
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Nurseries and Early Years
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Primary Schools
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Secondary Schools
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Pupil Referral Units (PRUs)
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SEN schools and specialist provisions
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Local councils
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Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs)
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Pastoral and wellbeing teams
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Youth organisations
Who We Work With
We meet children where they are - with warmth, safety and adaptability.
NAAVA Education Programmes
Our programmes are grounded in psychology, neuroscience and trauma-informed practice - delivered through movement, breathwork, mindfulness and somatic tools.
EARLY YEARS
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WELLBEING & EMOTIONAL REGULATION PROGRAMME
A playful, sensory-led programme for nurseries (ages 2–4) and Reception / Year 1 (ages 4–6).
PRIMARY
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WELLBEING & EMOTIONAL REGULATION PROGRAMME​
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A skills-based programme for KS1 & KS2 developing emotional literacy, focus and confidence.
SECONDARY
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STRESS, FOCUS AND RESILIENCE PROGRAMME
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A programme for KS3 and KS4 to help young people manage academic pressure and emotional overwhelm.
All NAAVA programmes and sessions are Trauma Informed, SEN Adaptable, Age Appropriate, Designed for high engagement and aligned to school values and behaviour.
Optional Add-Ons
We invite you to tailor or enhance any of our programmes with these extra add-on services:
PARENT WORKSHOPS
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Simple home regulation tools
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Managing overwhelm and big emotions
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Supportive communication
WELL-SCHOOL WELL-BEING DAYS
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Rotation-based sessions
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Staff and student integration
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Activity stations: breath-work, movement, mindfulness, sound
TARGETED SMALL GROUP INTERVENTIONS
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Anxiety groups
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Emotional regulation support
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Behaviour-focused wellbeing groups
HOLIDAY WELLBEING SESSIONS
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Relaxation and reset programmes
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Movement, breath, creativity
How We Work With Schools
CALM CLASSROOM RESET
Single Session. A one-off 60–90 minute embodied neuroscience session for a class or group.
To settle, regulate and refocus. Perfect for new terms, exam periods, high-anxiety classes or after a difficult incident. Includes: personal Calm Toolkit card for every pupil + written facilitator observation report.
CALM CLASSROOM CYCLE
Monthly Ongoing One session per month, embedded into the rhythm of your school year.
Each session builds on the last; tools deepen month by month. Includes a two-minute Daily Tool for teachers to use independently between sessions. Termly Insight Summary Report included suitable for governor or SLT reporting.
CALM CLASSROOM JOURNEY
Complete structured programme., embedded alongside the school curriculum
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A 6 week facilitated programme, giving students a growing toolkit. Includes pre and post wellbeing measurement and student voice evidence. Full Impact Report included suitable for governer or SLT reporting.
Always Embodied. Always Evidence Based. Always Measurable.
— Treetops Day Centre
Community Support Service
“Participants arrive tense and leave visibly calmer, lighter and more at ease. Over time, many begin using the techniques independently, which speaks to how practical and empowering the approach is.”
— Stepping Stones Fostering
Fostering Organisation
“Carers described this as the most useful training they have attended in years. The session provided practical, evidence-based tools that they are now using daily; both for themselves and with the children in their care, with noticeable results.”
— Arnhem Wharf Primary School
Primary School, London
“We have seen a clear difference in children who struggle with focus or anxiety. The sessions give them a safe space to reset, and teachers consistently notice how much calmer and more settled pupils are afterwards. The impact carries through into the rest of the school day.”
Trusted by Schools, Care Organisations & Global Businesses....
— Cambridge Day Nursery
Nursery, Ages 6 months–4
“Teaching yoga to such young children is not easy, but these sessions are consistently engaging, calming and perfectly suited to their needs. We see children becoming more settled, more focused, and better able to manage their emotions after each session.”
