At Teaching Times Training, we believe that a nurturing learning environment is the cornerstone of academic success. Our recent collaboration with Teynham Primary School exemplifies how prioritizing emotional wellbeing can lead to remarkable improvements in student performance and staff satisfaction.
The Value of Emotional Wellbeing at Teynham Primary
From the outset, Teynham Primary School has placed immense value on the mental health and wellbeing of both its pupils and staff. Recognizing the profound impact that emotional wellbeing has on academic achievement, they decided to adopt our “Raising Attainment through Wellbeing” program. This decision was driven by their commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses
The journey began with an in-depth assessment tool that enabled Teynham Primary to pinpoint their strengths and areas for improvement. This comprehensive audit provided invaluable insights into the school’s existing practices, allowing them to celebrate what was working well while identifying key areas that needed enhancement.
With a clear understanding of their starting point, the school was able to tailor our exceptional set of materials to meet their specific needs. This bespoke approach ensured that every intervention was relevant and impactful.
Implementing Targeted Training
One of the cornerstones of our program is providing staff with targeted training designed by some of the nation’s top coaches. At Teynham Primary, this training proved transformative. Teachers were equipped with new strategies for supporting students’ emotional wellbeing, fostering a more nurturing environment where pupils could flourish both academically and personally.
The introduction of a nurture group was particularly successful. This initiative allowed staff to address the bespoke needs of individual pupils, ensuring that every child received the support they needed to succeed.
A Culture of Celebration and Support
Teynham Primary’s commitment to wellbeing extended beyond formal interventions. The role of value ambassadors in weekly celebration assemblies reinforced the importance of emotional health within the school community. These ambassadors took their roles very seriously, contributing to a positive school culture where achievements were recognized and celebrated.
Furthermore, working with a dedicated coach provided continuous support, advice, and encouragement. This ongoing relationship was invaluable in helping the school maintain momentum and achieve their goals.
The Role of Expert Coaches
Our program benefits from the expertise of five nationally renowned coaches, each bringing unique skills and perspectives:
- Marius Frank: Specializes in cognitive and metacognitive practices.
- Louise McGinty: Expert in inclusion practice and behavior policy.
- Nic Ponsford: Co-founder of the Global Equality Collective.
- John Drew: Practitioner Trainer with Emotion Coaching UK.
- Bob Basley: Focuses on anti-bullying strategies.
These experts collaborated to create a high-impact program that addresses multiple facets of school life, from behavior management to neurodiverse learning support. Their collective knowledge ensured that Teynham Primary received comprehensive guidance tailored to their unique context.
A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing
Our program’s holistic approach re-examines the entire school’s relationship with behavior management, encouraging practices that are trauma-informed and relationships-driven. By reviewing the school culture and classroom environment, we identified deep-level barriers affecting certain children adversely.
We also helped staff understand the cognitive and behavioral impacts of poverty and adverse social circumstances. This understanding enabled them to create classrooms that support neurodiverse learners through grounded cognitive practices.
Tangible Benefits for Critical Cohorts
The benefits of our program are particularly pronounced for critical cohorts who may have lost significant ground due to Covid-19 disruptions:
- Anxious or stressed children: Improved emotional self-regulation skills.
- SEN Support recipients: Enhanced inclusive practices.
- Children in care: Better support structures.
- Pupil Premium Cohort: Tailored interventions addressing specific vulnerabilities.
By addressing these critical needs, we fostered an environment where all pupils could progress academically while developing resilience and self-awareness.
The Importance of Assistive Technologies
Removing individual barriers to learning is another key aspect of our program. We advanced the deployment of Assistive Technologies (AT), ensuring that physical or cognitive conditions do not hinder any child’s educational journey. AT tools provided personalized support for neurodiverse learners below statutory SEN thresholds, enabling them to engage fully with their education.
A Sustained Impact on School Culture
Creating a sustained impact on school culture requires more than short-term fixes; it demands ongoing commitment and adaptation. At Teynham Primary, we worked closely with staff over three months to embed new practices deeply into the school’s ethos. This period allowed us to drive meaningful change that will continue benefiting pupils long after our initial intervention.
An Inclusive Learning Environment
Our ultimate goal is an inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported emotionally, socially, and academically. At Teynham Primary, this vision became a reality thanks to their dedication combined with our targeted strategies. By nurturing emotional wellbeing at all levels—pupils as well as staff—the school now boasts higher levels of engagement, lower instances of behavioral issues, and improved academic outcomes.
The Broader Implications for Educational Settings
The success story at Teynham Primary serves as an inspiring example for other educational settings grappling with similar challenges:
- Create trauma-informed cultures: Shift focus from punitive measures towards understanding underlying causes.
- Cultivate resilience: Equip students with skills needed not just academically but throughout life’s challenges.
- Nurture inclusivity: Ensure no child feels left behind due lack proper resources/support systems.
In essence: An anxious mind will not learn; hence creating emotionally safe spaces should priority number one any institution aiming true excellence!
Your Pathway Forward With Teaching Times Training
If you’re inspired by what we’ve achieved together at Teynham Primary School—and if you share belief importance fostering holistic development within your own community—we’d love hear from you! Our team ready provide same level expertise dedication customized fit exact requirements ensuring maximum benefit both short-term gains long-lasting change alike!
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