Nurture
well-being
Miss Scudder is responsible for attendance and punctuality to ensure we are always in the right place at the right time. She works closely with our families to offer support on any issues they are facing. She also works in partnership with Horsforth Children's Services and supports our families to access this service. Our staff offer pastoral support to pupils in school through our nurturing classroom environments, planned nuture sessions and specificinterventions.
phoebe- Our School Dog
We are very excited to introduce you to our school dog Phoebe
Phoebe is a familiar face around school but stays in Miss Scudder's office when she isn't in the playground interacting with the children or walking around school on her lead..
Some of the postivie benefits of a therapy dog include;
- Supporting children's emotional wellbeing.
- A calming effect on all members of the school community.
- Improved behaviour and concentration.
- Reduction in stress and improved self esteem.
- Fostering a sense of responsibility.
- Increasing enthusiasm for and enjoyment of animals.
- Encouraging children to think and learn.
PLEASE NOTE: Phoebe is a working dog whilst on the school site. This has been approved by the Governing Body, and Leeds City Council have been notified. The Leeds City Council rule that no other dogs are allowed on school premises remains in force and we ask all dog owners to abide by this.
additional support for mental health
The following websites can be accessed for additional support
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/childrens-mental-health/
https://www.childline.org.uk/