We deliver our programmes in person at your school or online (live presentation)
PRIMARY SCHOOL
This engaging workshop equips 6th class pupils with the skills and knowledge to make the transition to secondary school as smooth as possible. Pupils are provided with a range of social, emotional and organisational tips to build their confidence and ensure they get the best start to their secondary school lives.
Looking to the future needs to take account of the past and the Moving On Up programme also invites pupils to reflect on their time at primary school to bring a better sense of closure to their 6th class experience.
Each pupil receives our Moving On Up booklet packed with useful information and a special signed certificate upon completion of the programme. A link to this resource on our website is also shared with all teachers at your school.
Note: We recommend booking the associated Moving On Up parent talk in conjunction with this workshop.
Topics
1. Dealing with change
2. Belonging: how to make friends
3. Organisation: timetables & lockers
4. Homework hacks
5. Notemaking & study tips
6. How to revise for exams
Practicalities
Length: 2 hours in person at your school or 80 minutes online (live presentation)
Available: April – June
Class group: 6th class pupils
Price: Available on request
‘The Moving on Up programme would be a significant addition to every primary school’s transition practices. It rewarded our 6th class pupils with the very best guidance and expertise as they prepare to graduate to the next stage of their learning journey.’
Mr. Byrne, principal, Holy Family National School, Co. Dublin.
‘Evan and his team provided an exceptional course for 6th class this year. It really helped to settle any nerves the children had in relation to secondary school. I would highly recommend this course and will most definitely avail of it again in the future.’
Mr. McGonnell, teacher, St Brigid’s NS, Redhills, Co. Cavan.
My students loved Evan’s workshop and they found it really beneficial. I can see them in class already applying his note taking tips. Evan is very professional, easy to deal with, and had a great rapport with the students. I will definitely be booking for my 6th class again.
Ms. Murray, teacher, Grange National School, Fermoy, Cork.
SECOND-LEVEL SCHOOL
This dynamic programme ensures 1st years get off to the best possible start in secondary school. Covering topics such as organisational skills, note making, how to study and revise, friendship, and much more, this highly interactive workshop will build your students’ confidence during the pivotal first stage of their secondary school journey.
Each participant receives our Headstart booklet packed with study and organisational tips. A link to this resource on our website is also shared with all teachers at your school.
Topics
1. Being organised for class
2. How to make notes
3. Making an evening plan
4. Exams: how to study and revise
5. Healthy friendships
6. Digital wellbeing
Practicalities
Length: 2 hours in person at your school or 80 minutes online (live presentation)
Available: Year-round
Class group: 1st year students
Price: Available on request
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‘This was fantastic. The students really engaged with this programme and I would highly recommend it. I will definitely be getting Evan back again. All staff members that were present for the talk commented on how good it was!’
Ms. Bateman, guidance counsellor, Coláiste Cois Siúire, Kilkenny.
‘It was great fun and the teacher was brilliant. I would love to do the course again as it taught me lots of great tips starting secondary school.’
Mia, student, Loreto Community School, Co. Donegal.
‘Evan’s workshop with our 1st years was informative, engaging, practical and fun. The students were particularly complementary post-programme on the study techniques and note making sections of the presentation. It has equipped them to become more confident learners.’
Mr. Flynn, year head, Gormanston College, Co. Meath.
The Learn Well, Be Well workshop is a bespoke junior cycle study skills programme. It equips 2nd and 3rd year students with effective strategies to ensure they realise their academic potential while maintaining a healthy balance between work and play.
Exams and classroom-based assessments can be a major source of stress for junior students. This highly interactive workshop covers ways to build resilience and a winning game plan for study, homework and CBAs. Other topics include: note making; time management; the importance of sleep; and proven methods of study and revision.
Each participant receives a booklet with a wide range of practical tips on study and wellbeing. A link to this resource on our website is also shared with all teachers at your school.
Topics
1. Building resilience for exams
2. Note making strategies
3. How to learn diagrams
4. Time management
5. Study and revision methods
6. Sleep for success
Practicalities
Length: 2 hours in person at your school or 80 minutes online (live presentation)
Available: Year-round
Class group: 2nd & 3rd year students
Price: Available on request
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‘Evan has a great way of connecting with all students and they really respond to and work well with him. He delivered programmes to our 2nd year groups this year and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive – I couldn’t recommend Brainbox workshops more highly!’
Ms. Murrihy, guidance counsellor, Ennis Community College.
‘It was an excellent workshop and I’m looking forward to practising the skills picked up today. Really motivating!’
Trevor, student, Castleknock College, Co. Dublin.
‘I really enjoyed this programme – it helped me feel more confident about this year. The exercises were amazing and worked really well for me.’
Shauna, student, Coláiste Iósaef, Co. Limerick.
This innovative programme empowers senior students to take good care of their health and wellbeing. Informed by the latest findings from positive psychology, this popular course will leave your students re-energised and better equipped to cope with the demands of modern life, exams and adolescence.
The workshop begins with a questionnaire covering five areas of wellbeing. We share the latest research on the importance of sleep followed by a range of strategies to build resilience and deal with anxiety. Students also learn effective methods to strike a healthy balance between schoolwork and hobbies to fulfil their potential inside and outside school. The final part of the programme explores the importance of connecting with ourselves and with others.
Each student receives our Boost Your Wellbeing booklet filled with helpful information and practical advice. A link to this resource on our website is also shared with all teachers at your school.
Topics
1. Wellbeing questionnaire
2. Why sleep is your superpower
3. Fighting spirit: ways to build resilience
4. Calming down: breathing exercises
5. Balance: a winning work and play routine
6. Connections: with ourselves, with others
Practicalities
Length: 2 hours in person at your school or 80 minutes online (live presentation)
Available: Year-round
Class group: TY, 5th & 6th year students
Price: Available on request
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‘Evan is a consummate professional who was a pleasure to work with…having observed the first session, I immediately booked him to present to the other year groups as well. I fully recommend the Boost your Wellbeing programme.’
Ms. O’Donnell, wellbeing coordinator, Laurel Hill Coláiste FCJ.
‘Incredibly enjoyable – 10 out of 10! It was presented so well and was extremely interactive…it has motivated me greatly.’
Shane, student, Oatlands College, Co. Dublin.
‘A brilliant course that has encouraged me to have a healthier lifestyle and improve myself. Really helpful, engaging and interesting. The best workshop I’ve had in school!’
Fiona, student, Edmund Rice College, Co. Cork.
This workshop provides 5th and 6th year students with proven strategies to ensure they perform to the best of their ability in exams. We cover a range of motivational techniques so that students take charge of their own learning, start early and maintain their work rate throughout the year. This is a fast-paced programme where students have opportunities to learn about and put into practice effective note making systems and time management tools.
We teach students our unique study method and also cover revision tips so that information is retained in long-term memory. During the final part of the programme, we explore how to maintain a healthy balance between study and hobbies, including ways to manage exam anxiety.
Each student receives our Elevate Study Skills booklet filled with a comprehensive range of practical information. A link to this resource on our website is also shared with all teachers at your school.
Topics
1. Motivational strategies
2. Planning your workload
3. Note making
4. Time management
5. Study and revision strategies
6. Exam wellbeing
Practicalities
Length: 2 hours 15 minutes in person at your school or 80 minutes online (live presentation)
Available: Year-round
Class group: 5th & 6th year students
Price: Available on request
‘Evan gave a truly inspirational seminar to our 3rd and 6th year boys. He understands that study isn’t ‘one size fits all’ and everyone was able to find some meaningful and motivational gems that will be invaluable in the months ahead. Definitely the best study skills seminars we have ever run in Glenstal.’
Ms. Hanly, guidance counsellor, Glenstal Abbey School, Limerick.
‘The workshop has motivated me to start studying and I’ve discovered ways to increase my productivity. I loved the optimism and energy, it made the class more enjoyable. Excellent overall!’
Nicole, student, Moate Community School, Co. Westmeath.
‘The time management tips were amazing because this is an area I’ve struggled with. Really motivational, I’m so glad we did this course early in the year.’
Jamie, student, St Joseph’s College, Borrisoleigh, Co. Tipperary.
Are your 6th year students stressed by upcoming exams? Afraid they’ll run out of time or forget everything they’ve learned? Anxious that they’ll be a nervous wreck when exam day comes around? If so, our Worry Buster Workshop will blast their worries away. Our teacher specialises in working with groups hampered by performance anxiety including: leaving certificate students, third-level music students and senior county football teams.
During this practical workshop your students will identify causes of stress in their lives and engage in relaxation strategies and visualisation exercises to calm those nerves and channel their energy into a worry-free exam performance. Our innovative exam techniques will further boost their confidence. Highly recommended for 6th year students coming up to mock exams or the Leaving Certificate.
Each student receives our Worry Buster booklet packed with effective exam techniques and practical tips to combat exam stress. A link to this resource on our website is also shared with all teachers at your school.
Topics
1. Understanding stress
2. Overcoming anxiety
3. Breathing exercises
4. Exam techniques
5. Mental relaxation: guided imagery
6. Exam wellbeing: 10 ways to stay positive
Practicalities
Length: 2 hours in person at your school or 80 minutes online (live presentation)
Available: Year-round
Class group: 6th year students.
Price: Available on request
‘The Worry Buster Workshop went down extremely well with our Leaving Cert groups. One of our highest achieving students said, “It was exactly what I needed at this time”. It is definitely one of the best received talks that we have organised.’
Mr. O’Doherty, guidance counsellor, CBS Roscommon.
‘Excellent tips to help manage stress coming up to practical and written exams. This felt like a reset – some of the exercises were among the best I’ve ever done. Feeling super confident and less stressed about the last five months!’
Jason, student, Ennis Community College, Co. Clare.
‘I feel much more prepared for the next 3 months in school. I’m going forward with a better mindset because of the techniques I learned. It was very positive and I liked how interactive the teacher was with everyone.’
Grace, student, Coláiste Ráithín, Co. Wicklow.