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.