Therapy & Support
Below are some of the key provisions we currently offer.
If you would like to discuss any of these options for your child, please contact Sam Thomson (SENCo) in the first instance at sam.thomson@thepark.surrey.sch.uk.
Speech and Language
The Speech and Language Therapists provide support and care for children who have difficulties with communication. Provision is in small groups or one-to-one depending on need.
Occupational Therapy
OT provide universal and targeted support which can be accessed through training, and workshops and through joint working as part of the school routine to share practices and approaches.
In addition, the website; childrenshealthsurrey.nhs.uk has resources to support school and parents.
Physiotherapy
The physiotherapy team provide training, guidance and support to staff at the school in regard to the therapeutic handling and use of equipment as well as the implementation of therapy programmes that are incorporated into the school day.
Educational Psychology
Saya is our current link Trainee Educational Psychologist from Surrey Educational Psychology Service. Through responsive, respectful and supportive relationships with children, families and professionals, the Educational Psychology Service seeks to understand the views and experiences of those we work with and to empower others to support children and young people to be their best selves using psychological theory, frameworks and research.
Other external agencies
Other external agencies that support the needs of our students include the Hearing and Visual Impairment Teacher, Multisensory Impairment Teacher, and Physical Disability Support. We also work together with the School Nurse, and the Movement and Handling team.
Drawing and Talking
Drawing and Talking is a therapeutic intervention for students. The approach allows students to discover and communicate emotions through a non-directed technique. It is designed as a short-term pro-active intervention.
ELSA
ELSA stands for Emotional Literacy Support Assistant. ELSA support is a project designed to help schools support the emotional needs of their students. ELSA acknowledges that children and young people learn best when they feel happier, and their emotional needs are being addressed.
What can ELSAs help with?
Social Skills
Bereavement
Social Situations
Therapeutic Stories
Anger Management
Self-esteem
Real-life problem-solving skills
Friendship
LEGO Therapy
Lego Therapy helps to improve students’ anxiety, increase their self-esteem and promote positive communication and social skills.
Mentoring
Mentoring involves pairing students with a member of staff who acts as a positive role model. Mentoring aims to build confidence and relationships, to develop resilience and character, or raise aspirations, rather than to develop specific academic skills or knowledge.
Early Help for Students and Families at The Park School
