ABSTRACT
Almost one in every 30 people will experience the death of a parent before the age of 19. That’s roughly one pupil in every class. Many more children will experience the loss of a grandparent, sibling or friend. Growing up is hard enough – lose someone close to you and it can be traumatic. Schools can make a difference when it comes to helping young people cope with bereavement and teachers have a key role to play in the healing process. But how can you help vulnerable pupils through this most bewildering of times?
