We use a wide range of strategies, dependant on the individual child, to develop positive mental health. A wide range of staff have recieved training an these are worked on across the school by staff in all environments. 

• Positive Behaviour Support

• Team Teach, de-escalation and physical intervention (school has advanced Team Teach trainers)

• Zones of Regulation & emotional regulation

• Sensory breaks

• Talk time

• Relaxation

• Reflection

• Social stories

• Comic Strip Conversations

• Friendship building activities

• Cue Cards

• Happiness boxes

Advice & modelling of good practice by the Wellbeing Team or Therapy Team.

Targeted provision includes in-depth programmes of the Universal approaches by the Wellbeing Team. They also carry out:

• Check in's

• Mentoring

• Social stories

• Comic Strip Conversations

• Desensitisation

• Horse riding

• Friendship groups

• Play Buddies

• Report cards to achieve praise or reward from SLT

Behaviour Support Plans are key documents for a consistent approaches for our young people who have targeted strategies. 

Responsive Advanced Team Teach trained staff for challenging situations. 

Referrals are made to CAHMs, following any subsequent plans, MKC Complex needs panel. 

Advice sought from the MKC Educational Psychology Team. 

We have a dedicated Wellbeing Team for pupils who are struggling with engagement, regulation, or relationships. The team supports pupils through individual and small group interventions, as well as responding to challenging situations, always ensuring a focus is on de-escalation using PBS strategies. 

Due to the cross over of areas, the Wellbeing Team work very closely with the Therapists. Like the Therapy Team the Wellbeing Team work fully with groups of pupils or individuals.