Our Nurture Provision
At Peasedown School, we are committed to supporting every child’s emotional wellbeing and social development, ensuring all pupils feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. Our nurture provision includes a range of tailored interventions to meet individual needs:
Thrive Programme: Delivered through whole-class plans, targeted small-group sessions led by class teachers, and dedicated 1:1 support for pupils needing additional individualised care.
Mentoring & Mental Health Support: We offer Assertive Mentoring for Years 4–6 and collaborate with the Banes MHST who provide 1:1 CBT-based support for pupils and families.
Therapeutic Interventions: We provide Drawing and Talking interventions alongside specialist therapies, including sand, art, and music therapy.
Physical Activity & Coaching: Through weekly 30-minute mentoring sessions with Evo Sports, targeted pupils build physical fitness, social skills, and resilience. Additionally, Headstand PE combines sports coaching with talk therapy to help children navigate mental health challenges.
Social Communication Groups: Small, structured groups (2–6 pupils) run with guided activities like games and role-playing to develop key interaction skills, including turn-taking, non-verbal communication, and problem-solving.
School Routine & Inclusion Support
We are committed to creating a welcoming and stable environment for all children, ensuring they feel a sense of belonging throughout the day. To support this, we have introduced a few updates to our daily routines:
Morning Routine: To help children settle in and build peer connections, we encourage all pupils to go directly to their classrooms at 8:30 AM for early morning activities. Should your child require extra support during this transition, we have specific activities available, and our dedicated support staff, including Mrs Buckle in the Rainbow Room, are on hand to help them feel comfortable and ready for the day.
Lunchtime Support: We know the playground can sometimes feel too busy for some children. We are pleased to offer a variety of quiet, supervised spaces to help pupils feel calm and secure, including the library, sensory room, and our courtyard. Access to the Rainbow Room with Mrs Buckle is also available daily from 12:00–12:30 PM, with our team identifying and supporting children who would benefit most from these quieter environments.
Daily/Weekly Drop-ins: We recognise that some children benefit from regular, consistent reassurance and a familiar face. Mrs Buckle is available for these drop-ins to support children identified as needing light-touch emotional support.