Workshop: Building trust and safety in the classroom

A classroom where students, and you as an educator, feel safe to share thoughts and emotions is key to meaningful discussions and strong academic performance. But how do you balance openness with high expectations?

You'll gain practical strategies to: 

• Encourage open discussions while upholding academic rigour
• Approach sensitive topics like geopolitical conflicts, personal vulnerability, and cultural differences with confidence
• Create a learning environment where students feel both supported and challenged

Through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios, you’ll discover techniques to build trust, engagement, and resilience in the classroom.

About the trainer
Laurence van der Vuurst of Downsideup Academy will lead this session. With over 15 years of experience training and guiding teams in a variety of settings, he brings valuable expertise in group dynamics and effective communication.