Restorative Practices Training of Trainers for Schools (RP ToTs)

This project aims to equip teachers and school staff in Malta and Ireland with Restorative Practices (RP) skills to tackle bullying, resolve conflict, and foster inclusive school environments. By ...

This project aims to equip teachers and school staff in Malta and Ireland with Restorative Practices (RP) skills to tackle bullying, resolve conflict, and foster inclusive school environments. By training six Malta ABS staff and six Irish teachers as RP Trainers, we will build sustainable capacity to deliver RP training in schools, reaching thousands of students, teachers, and parents. The project will also upskill existing RP Trainers in Ireland, enhancing their expertise in anti-bullying strategies. Additionally, a 20-minute documentary will capture key learning, ensuring wider impact. This initiative strengthens cross-border collaboration, allowing CDI and Malta ABS to share best practices and refine RP approaches. It will create a lasting legacy by embedding RP in school cultures, reducing bullying, and promoting positive relationships. The project also serves as a pilot for future European expansion, validating RP as an effective approach to school well-being across different education systems

The Erasmus+ Restorative Practices (RP) in Schools project, in collaboration with Malta ABS, implemented activities to equip educators with RP skills, foster collaboration, and embed sustainable change. 1. Training RP Champions Newly qualified educators received intensive training to implement RP and train peers, creating a sustainable ripple effect. 2. Transnational Exchange Irish and Maltese partners participated in study visits and peer-learning workshops to adapt RP strategies across different contexts. 3. Capacity Building in Schools In-school workshops helped staff integrate RP into teaching and conflict resolution. RP Champions were trained to provide ongoing support. 4. Research & Evaluation Baseline and follow-up assessments measured RP’s impact on school climate, behaviour, and teacher confidence, supported by focus groups and reflective practice. 5. Dissemination & Advocacy An RP toolkit was developed, alongside public webinars and stakeholder events to promote RP’s benefits. Policy advocacy highlighted its role in reducing bullying and improving well-being. These activities established a foundation for long-term RP integration in schools.

The Erasmus+ Restorative Practices (RP) in Schools project, in collaboration with Malta ABS, delivered key outputs with lasting impact on the education system. 1. Trained RP Champions 12 newly qualified RP trainers completed intensive training, equipping them to integrate RP into schools and train colleagues. Their role will create a snowball effect, spreading RP practices across the education system. 2. Transnational Learning & Best Practices Two study visits enabled Irish and Maltese educators to exchange RP strategies, strengthening cross-border collaboration. 3. School-Based Capacity Building 10+ schools participated in RP workshops, embedding restorative approaches into daily teaching and conflict resolution. In-school RP networks were established, ensuring ongoing peer support and sustainability. 4. Research & Evaluation Findings Baseline and follow-up assessments showed increased teacher confidence, reduced conflict incidents, and improved student engagement. Focus groups highlighted a shift towards more positive school cultures. 5. Dissemination & Policy Impact An RP toolkit was developed and distributed to schools.