School Day Friction Mapper

Map where the day becomes difficult — then adjust the right part of the day.

Pupil-centred map

Who are we mapping with?

0 — Easy1 — Mostly OK2 — Tricky3 — Hard4 — Very hard
Map the day

Where does friction build?

Choose a score for each stage. A brief note is enough — the point is to locate pressure, not create another long form.

Visual pattern

Friction heatmap

Darker areas are the parts of the day that currently need the most attention.

Generated insight

What is the map telling us?

Complete the map to identify where the school day becomes difficult.
Practical response

Adjust the pressure points

Pupil perspective

Not yet entered.

What already helps

Not yet entered.

Staff hypothesis

Next review

One thing we will change first

Use this as a conversation tool, not a diagnosis. High friction may reflect anxiety/EBSA, SEND, health, bullying, relationships, curriculum, transitions, sensory factors or circumstances outside school. Follow safeguarding and specialist procedures where appropriate.