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Course Description

This course supports primary teachers to protect their time, energy, and wellbeing by setting and communicating professional boundaries. Through guided reflection, practical examples, and ready-to-use language strategies, participants will learn how to say “no” — or “not right now” — with professionalism and care. 



Audience

Primary Teachers


Teaching Standards

6.2.2 Proficient Level - Engage in Professional Learning - Engage in professional learning and improve practice: Participate in learning to update knowledge and practice targeted to professional needs and school and/or system priorities




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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Learning Objectives

    • Teaching Standards
  • 2

    Module 1 – Why We Say Yes (Even When We Shouldn’t)

    • Introduction

    • The Reality of Primary Teaching Pressure

    • Why Do Teachers Say Yes?

    • The Hidden Costs of Always Saying Yes

    • Why Saying No Helps, Not Harms

    • Case Study

    • Reflection Question
  • 3

    Module 2 – Saying No Kindly, Clearly, and Professionally

    • Introduction

    • Why Saying No is Hard—But Necessary

    • What We’re Really Saying When We Say Yes

    • What Saying No Can Sound Like

    • When ‘Saying No’ Isn’t About a Single Request

    • Using Warm but Firm Language

    • Common Boundary Situations in Primary Schools

    • Scenario Activity

    • Teacher Resource: Rewrite with Boundaries
  • 4

    Module 3 – Building and Holding Boundaries

    • Introduction

    • The Bridge Between Insight and Action

    • Step 1: Identify Your Non-Negotiables

    • Step 2: Communicate Early and Clearly

    • Step 3: Responding When Boundaries Are Tested

    • When You’re the Experienced One in the Room

    • Step 4: Know When to Escalate or Seek Support

    • Case Study

    • Teacher Resource – My Boundary Plan

    • Reflection Question

    • Teacher Resource – Boundary Tracker and Term Planner

    • Wrap Up

    • Reference List
  • 5

    Course Feedback

    • Course Feedback

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