Conflict resolution and training services for schools
WMS is an award-winning, non-profit conflict resolution and training provider. We offer a range of services to schools in both the private and state sectors, to reduce conflict and empower pupils and staff with communication skills.
Some of the schools we’ve worked with include:
A selection of schools who have worked with WMS.
Training services for primary schools
Practical, engaging programmes that build confidence, empathy and calm communication.
Peer Mediation Programme for primary schools
Games-based training for pupils to become mediators resolving playground conflicts and referring serious incidents (e.g. bullying) to dedicated adults. Run by volunteer pupils, benefits the whole school.
Conflict resolution workshop for KS2 pupils
90-minute workshop for the whole class on how to manage behaviour and resolve conflict at school and at home.
De-escalation training for school staff
One-day training course for teachers and school staff. The aim is to equip them with mediation skills so they can resolve conflict more effectively.
What people say
"Our experience of the WMS is that they are professional and committed. The Peer mediation scheme is a powerful tool to allow pupils to develop lifelong skills and has allowed pupils to become more confident and become leaders in their own settings."
"I thoroughly recommend this training to any school who is looking to set up mediators, refresh their scheme or even those looking for workshops on team building, communication and conflict.”
“Being a peer mediator helps with understanding people emotions, POV and much more. Additionally, the training is really fun and being able to help is amazing.”
Training services for secondary schools
Targeted programmes that support behaviour, emotional regulation and calmer learning.
Reflect for KS3 and KS4
Targeted behaviour intervention for students at risk of exclusion. Covers emotional regulation and conflict awareness life skills in small groups. Unique, games-based programme, unlike any in the UK.
Anger Management assembly for KS3
60-minute assembly to help students understand what happens in their bodies and brains during conflict, and how to respond more calmly when emotions run high.
De-escalation training for school staff
One-day training course for teachers and school staff. The aim is to equip them with mediation skills so they can resolve conflict more effectively.
What people say
"It makes you feel heard and seen... It gives you a voice and a better way to deal with all your problems and bottled emotions."
"We’ve seen fewer incidents of poor behaviour... they’ve demonstrated a level of maturity that wasn’t there before."
"One student really stood out - he even came off report. He said, 'I’m a changed man!' It definitely helped."
Mediation services for schools
WMS can also help your school resolve conflict within your teams or with students’ families. By choosing WMS, you will access some of the UK’s most experienced mediators at charitable rates. Mediation can be arranged within 3–4 weeks, online or in person. Our mediators work pro bono, and every penny supports our charitable services.
What people say
"Excellent service with highly experienced and knowledgeable mediators, and at a fee the ordinary person can afford.”
“…the most robust and professional service in the industry."
"Mediation helped us mend a relationship with one of the parents."