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  • Change is Coming

    Change is Coming

    Going into schools we are hearing staff saying the same thing … the tiredness is overwhelming, but the end of term is coming so quickly and there is still so much to do.  Teachers and TAs are planning for their new class while still teaching their current class and ensuring the year ends on a positive note.  Saying… Read more

  • Resilience

    Resilience

    This week I want to talk about resilience; resilience is the ability to cope with difficult situations, learn from experience and develop the strength to take on future challenges. For children and young people, resilience has many benefits, from problem solving skills and the ability to manage stress, to improved mental health and wellbeing. Fall seven times, stand… Read more

  • Let’s Reflect

    Let’s Reflect

    At this time of year, not only do we start to plan for the coming school year, but we also think back over this year.  It is important to remember what a huge impact we will have had on the children we have supported in our classes all year. Let us remember, one book, one pen, one… Read more

  • Resource of the Month – May 2025

    Resource of the Month – May 2025

    Our May resource of the month is a feelings activity set that we use with the children we work with.  It helps them to explore and learn the names of some of the emotions that they experience. We use this with all ages of children, and they just love it. The models in the set… Read more

  • Change

    Change

    As we are gradually approaching the end of the summer term, there is a big focus on transitions within schools. Children experience change every day. For some children, any transition can present unique challenges that require bespoke support and preparation to help them make the transition positive and as smooth as possible. Preparing children for… Read more

  • Mental Wellness

    Mental Wellness

    Mental wellness is fragile.  Our mental health is fragile, and we can be tipped over the edge very easily.  Children experience the same, but they often have less control over their situation, and they also have less life experience, so many find it hard to understand that things can work out and get better given… Read more