Schools get caught up unexpectedly in disasters and crises such as major loss following a fire, injuries and deaths of pupils on a school journey, or deliberate violence. This book describes some of the ways that crises can affect schools and suggests how schools can help to lessen the physical and emotional effects of disasters. It argues that developing a school plan to deal with a disaster will lessen the impact when a crisis does occur. Many of the strategies suggested can be built into the school curriculum. Wise Before the Event has been translated into a number of foreign languages.

‘This practical and concise booklet is a must for every staffroom.’ Association of Teachers and Lecturers

‘…this book is excellent…includes a range of straightforward practical suggestions…wise and level-headed, and I think every school should use it.’ Times Educational Supplement

William Yule is Professor of Applied Child Psychology at the University of London, Institute of Psychiatry, and Head of Clinical Psychology Services at the Bethlem Royal and Maudsley Hospital.

Anne Gold is a lecturer in the Management Development Centre of the University of London, Institute of Education.