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School Refusal Toolkit - Digital Cards & Guide

A$58.65

Cards + guide for schools

What’s inside

Two clinical resources in one bundle: the Beyond School Refusal guide (School Edition) and 56 School Can’t Cards. Together they help school teams understand what’s getting in the way, and respond without blame, ultimatums or escalating pressure.

Part 1What is School Can’t?“Can’t, not won’t”, early warning signs, and how neurodivergence can play a part.
Part 2Fluctuating capacityWhy a student can manage one day and not the next, and the pathway to learning.
Part 3Adjusting expectationsPractical workload adjustments, and what regulation really needs.
Part 4Beyond check-insWays to build connection and trust without adding pressure.
Part 5Before they returnA school safety check, critical gaps and accommodation options.
Part 6Belonging & strengthsSchool connections, special interests and identifying strengths.
Part 7Rebuilding engagementReduced schedules, what success looks like, signs of distress and a roadmap.
Plus56 School Can’t CardsPicture cards that help a student show what feels hard, from noise and lunch time to group work and changes.

Made for busy school teams

✓50-page guide✓56 picture cards✓Printable worksheets & plans✓Handouts to share with staff✓Neuroaffirming and trauma-informed✓Instant download

Ways to use it

With the student

Sort the cards together into “yes”, “no” and “I don’t know” piles to see what feels hard, in the student’s own words.

In wellbeing meetings

Use the safety check, critical gaps and accommodation options to plan support before setting a return date.

Across the staff team

Share the teacher handouts so everyone works from the same understanding and responds consistently.

Who it’s for: teachers, school leaders, wellbeing staff and counsellors, and the psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers and allied health professionals who support school engagement.

Questions

How do I get it?

After you buy, you’ll get instant access to the digital download on the confirmation page and by email. The bundle includes two PDFs: the guide and the cards.

Can I print it?

Yes. The cards are set up one per A4 page, so you can print them full size or choose 4, 8 or 9 pages per sheet for smaller cards. The worksheets and plans in the guide are printable too.

Is it a diagnosis or assessment tool?

No. There are no scores or labels. The guide and cards help adults understand what’s happening from the student’s perspective, so support can be planned together.

Can I share it with colleagues?

Each purchase is for one person’s use, so please don’t share the electronic copy. If your school or service would like to use it more widely, or in a group program, email hello@pocketpsych.com.au to ask about licensing.

I’m a parent. Is this for me?

It’s written for school teams. For parents and carers, our interactive guide Setting the Compass is a better fit.

You might also like

Setting the CompassThe interactive guide for parents and carers. Staff LensA free reflection on what’s adding to a student’s load.Free Student VoiceA free check-in students can share with you.Free

General education for school teams, not therapy or individual advice. If you’re worried about a student’s safety or wellbeing, follow your school’s wellbeing and safeguarding procedures.