The wellbeing and happiness of our pupils is the central focus of our pastoral care.
At our school, we strive to provide a happy, caring and safe environment and to support our children to develop self-esteem, confidence, independence and a sense of responsibility. The AEQ is our pastoral programme designed to foster the wellbeing of children every day at school, whether that is through the work of our form teachers helping children develop essential life skills, the house system where children learn to be part of a larger team of mixed age groups, or the care they might receive from our counsellors and nurses in our pastoral hub The Well.
The AEQ is designed so that every child knows that their own wellbeing is important and, alongside clear expectations of the Golden Rules of behavior, they know the importance of living our ROCCK values – Respect, Opportunity, Courage, Curiosity and Kindness every day in the classroom.
Our staff seek to empower children to build the tools they need for happiness and success in learning and in life, as well as to build their personal and social development and their relationships with those around them. Through our house system we help our children develop a sense of belonging, relationships with their peers, and the chance to work with children younger and older than themselves.
Our staff get to know the children well, acting in a compassionate, understanding and respectful manner, so that they can support them when things trouble or puzzle them. Pupils know that they can turn to anyone to help them navigate challenges, build resilience and feel safe in the school community.
