We currently have one member of staff who is fully trained and one who is working towards becoming an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant or ELSA.
An ELSA receives training from an Educational Psychologist from whom we receive on going support. An ELSA recognises that a child will learn better and will be happier in school if their emotional needs are met. Click on the following link to learn more about the work of an ELSA.
An ELSA is a member of staff who is trained to support children in the development of their emotional literacy. Some of the areas we could work with include;
- Recognising emotions
- Boosting self-esteem
- Boosting social skills
- Friendship skills
- Anger management
- Bereavement and loss
- Family break up
and much more……
