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Integrated Therapy
Our approach is designed to make every interaction our pupils have across their day a therapeutic one, from the classroom to the dining room, whether playing sport or simply relaxing in a quiet zone. Any time they meet an adult, that staff member will behave in a calm and regulated manner to positively engage with our pupils.
We believe a successful therapeutic school demonstrates three key aspects, which are all interconnected:
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» A calm, caring atmosphere
» A therapeutically informed physical environment
» An environment that helps each pupil achieve their full potential
We believe the true gold standard is for our children to experience this structured way of learning and interacting with the world at all times. In this way, we give them the best possible preparation for the world beyond the school gates.
The Therapy Team is comprised of specialists from the fields of Mental Health Practitioners, Emotional Literacy Professionals, Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists.
Together with our qualified SEN teachers, who are all experienced at working with children with SEN, our therapists work in an integrated way within the classrooms and across the school. This allows them to identify barriers to learning and suggest strategies to support our pupils in managing these. Education staff are trained and supported by the Therapy Team to incorporate therapeutic ways of enhancing learning opportunities both in and outside of the classroom. This ensures that pupils receive consistent, specific support and become able to progress and succeed. Over time, pupils can learn to internalise and utilise these strategies themselves in their journey towards adulthood.
Our model enables us to offer whole school universal support, targeted support to small groups and specialist support to pupils identified on their EHCPs as needing 1:1 sessions.
Working alongside our Family Liaison Lead, our Therapy Team are able to share their advice and expertise with parents so that they are able to help address the needs of their young people at home.
