Redwood Primary School Together, we SHINE
The Pastoral Team
The NEST
Our pastoral team are based in The NEST. The NEST is a place where children and families can access lots of support. The NEST can:
- Offer general emotional support for all children and families
- Provide Nurture sessions for groups of children
- Provide 1:1 sessions for children
- Provide ELSA sessions
- Meet and greet children on their arrival at school
- Help families who are struggling with attendance
- Signpost families to other agencies for support
- Lend an ear with a cup of tea and a biscuit
- Support with the cost of living crisis - we now have our own clothing and food bank
The Nest Staff
 Miss Beswick |
 Miss Nicholson |
 Mrs Ratcliffe |
 Mrs Roe |
Nurture
Mrs Roe and Mrs Ratcliffe work with small groups in The Nest following the Nurture principles. Nurture is all about providing a supportive environment where children can thrive socially and emotionally. Nurture groups are small, usually consisting of around six to eight students, and focus on creating a saf…
ELSA
ELSA, or Emotional Literacy Support Assistant, is a fantastic initiative designed to help children and young people develop their emotional skills. Essentially, it focusses on enhancing emotional literacy, which is the ability to understand and express emotions, as well as manage feelings effectively…
Attendance
At Redwood, we have high expectations for attendance. Good school attendance is crucial for children, as it directly impacts upon their academic progress. Regular attendance not only helps children absorb lessons better but also fosters a sense of routine and responsibility. Moreover, being present in school is essential for deve…