Roger’s “Emotionally Available Schools” webinar that he recorded for our Opogo Learning Platform was both inspiring and practical. He brought real clarity to how emotionally available leadership can shape schools into nurturing environments where children and staff feel a genuine sense of belonging. His delivery combined passion with practical strategies, making the ideas feel achievable for any school setting.

The session has been a standout addition to our Learn platform, offering a fresh and unique perspective on leadership in education. It has already received fantastic feedback from participants, many of whom found Roger’s insights both valuable and immediately applicable in their own schools.

Roger’s webinar can be found here:
Emotionally Available Schools

Declan Campbell
Marketing Lead
Opogo Education, UK

About the webinar:

The “Emotionally Available Schools” course, led by Roger Mitchell, focuses on a leadership approach that fosters a sense of belonging within educational environments. This innovative approach aims to adapt education to meet the emotional needs of children through the cultivation of positive relationships among students, staff, and the wider community.

Course Highlights:

• Leadership Approach: Explore how emotionally available leadership can transform schools into nurturing environments where every child feels a sense of belonging.
• Real-World Insights: Learn from the experiences of Phil Denton and Conor Mahoney from Opogo, who witnessed this approach in action during their visit to Ripply Primary School in early 2025.
• Movement Potential: Understand how Roger Mitchell’s vision could spark a movement, leading to widespread adoption of emotionally responsive educational practices