Since 2018, we have discussed, as a staff, the importance of a nurturing approach to support the wellbeing of our young people. We decided to apply for the Nurture Award to celebrate the hard work we have done since then. Watch this space for news of the award!
The Six Principles and what they look like in our school...
Children's Learning is Understood Developmentally Scaffolding tasks Personalised timetables Now and Next boards 1:1 support where needed Interventions Adapting the curriculum and resources Use APDRs and All About Me documentation to share information with all teachers Use EP / SALT reports to provide bespoke support for individual pupils.
The Classroom is a Safe Space Quiet / safe space for pupils to de-escalate School rules and classroom rules Pupils know who to speak to and they will listened to and their feelings / thoughts will be valued Nurturing approach to behaviour Clear and consistent expectations Social Stories Visual timetables
Language is a Vital Means of Communication Communication boards Sign Language Visuals Social Stories Colourful Semantics Zones of Regulation Interpreters available for families, when needed Comic Strip conversations
All Behaviour is Communication Time to de-escalate Behaviour plans Children understand the expectations and consequences for different behaviours Adults understand that behaviour is a way of communicating and try to understand what is behind the behaviour Listen! Regular communication with parents Involvement of EP / SALT when needed to support individual pupils.
The Importance of Nurture for the Development of Wellbeing Wellbeing Warriors Charm Shop Good work assembly PPA from home Leadership time as and when requested Wellbeing working party
The Importance of Transition in Children's Lives Transition afternoon in the Summer term Home visits Setting visits Stay and Plays Staggered starts for new Nursery / Reception pupils Social Stories Transition intervention for Y6 pupils Y6 transition conversations with high schools