Helping Children Feel Safe, Happy and Ready to Learn

At Becket Primary School, we understand that children learn best when they feel secure, valued and connected. Some children may need additional support at different points in their school journey to help them develop confidence, build positive relationships and strengthen their emotional wellbeing.

Our Nurture Group provides a safe, supportive environment where children can develop the social and emotional skills they need to thrive both in school and beyond.

What is a Nurture Group?

A Nurture Group is a small, supportive provision designed to help children who may benefit from additional emotional, social or wellbeing support.

It provides children with opportunities to:

• Build confidence and self-esteem
• Develop positive relationships
• Improve social and communication skills
• Strengthen emotional regulation
• Increase resilience and independence
• Feel more confident about learning and participating in school life

Children remain an important part of their class community whilst accessing targeted support within the Nurture Group.

How Can Nurture Group Help?

Nurture support may benefit children who are experiencing:

• Difficulties managing emotions
• Low confidence or self-esteem
• Friendship or social interaction difficulties
• Anxiety or worries
• Challenges with transitions or change
• Difficult experiences at home or school
• Difficulties regulating behaviour
• A need for additional support to develop resilience and independence

Every child's needs are different, and support is tailored accordingly.

What Happens in Nurture Group?

Activities are carefully planned to meet the needs of the children taking part and may include:

• Circle time discussions
• Team-building activities
• Social skills development
• Emotional literacy activities
• Games and cooperative learning
• Wellbeing activities
• Opportunities to build confidence and self-esteem
• Developing strategies for managing feelings and relationships

The focus is always on helping children feel successful, valued and ready to engage in learning.

Our Nurturing Approach

At Becket Primary School, we believe that behaviour is a form of communication and that children thrive when their emotional needs are understood and supported.

Our nurturing approach focuses on:

• Building trusting relationships
• Promoting a sense of belonging
• Developing emotional wellbeing
• Supporting positive behaviour
• Encouraging independence
• Celebrating success

We aim to create an environment where children feel safe enough to learn, take risks and achieve their potential.

Working With Families

We recognise that parents and carers know their children best. We work closely with families to ensure that support is tailored to each child's individual needs and circumstances.

By working together, we can help children develop the confidence, resilience and skills they need to succeed.

How Are Children Identified for Nurture Support?

Children may be identified for Nurture Group support through discussions between:

• Parents and carers
• Class teachers
• The Inclusion Team
• The SENCo
• The Pastoral Lead

Support is reviewed regularly to ensure it continues to meet the child's needs and has a positive impact on their wellbeing and engagement in school.

Need Further Information?

If you would like to discuss your child's wellbeing or feel they may benefit from additional support, please contact a member of our Inclusion Team.

Pastoral Lead: Mrs K Walker

SENCo: Mrs K Wardle
Headteacher: Mrs Ashley Guest