This book investigates the challenges and provisions for pastoral care and Personal, Social, and Emotional (PSE) development within educational institutions, particularly in the context of the 1988 Education Reform Act. The authors, teachers and teacher-educators at the forefront of pastoral care developments, examine the pupil's entitlement to emotional support and a curriculum that fosters the development of the whole person. The book addresses the tension between the demands of the National Curriculum and the essential role of teachers in supporting children's emotional well-being and personal growth.

Initiated by and published in association with the National Association for Pastoral Care in Education (NAPCE), this book represents a significant contribution to the field of educational psychology and child development. It offers a wide-ranging and up-to-date examination of critical issues in pastoral care and PSE, addressing the needs of both educators and students. The work is noted for being the first comprehensive treatment of these topics in over a decade, highlighting its importance for practitioners and academics alike.