Rachel Vlachonikolis

Headteacher, New Marston Primary School, River Learning Trust

Rachel is Headteacher at New Marston Primary School, an RLT primary school for children aged 2-11 with a hearing resource base and SLCN enhanced provision. She is also a teacher development trust facilitator. Prior to her role as headteacher, Rachel was a special education needs coordinator. Rachel is passionate about making sure school is a positive experience for everyone in the community: all pupils, including pupils with SEND, families and staff.

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1 Main programme

Panel: Attendance - How can we build positive habits early?

This session will explore the targeted interventions, whole-school approaches, and mindset shifts that have driven measurable improvements in Reception attendance. Attendees will take away strategic insights and practical examples to support early engagement with families and nurseries, to build positive habits from the very start.