Feeling safe and understood helps pupils engage with school and learning. At Our Rock Academy, emotional wellbeing is considered alongside academic progress.
Staff build supportive relationships and help pupils recognise feelings, communicate their needs and practise strategies for managing challenges. Predictable routines and clear communication help pupils understand what to expect.
When a pupil is finding something difficult, we take time to understand the situation and agree appropriate support. This may include help from a familiar adult, an agreed regulation strategy or adjustments to a task or environment.
Where therapeutic input is identified through an EHCP or professional recommendations, provision is considered and planned according to the pupil’s needs. The arrangements for any specialist support are discussed with families and relevant professionals.
We encourage parents and carers to tell us about changes or worries that may affect their child, so that we can work together and respond consistently.