Young people can be faced with different problems and pressures as they get older. The issues they face may not be the same as those their parents faced at their age. We can’t pretend these things are not happening and neither can they. We need to keep communication open about the risks they may be taking and the pressure they may feel under. By working together we can help young people to focus on their future goals, stay positive and keep on track to make the most of their future.
At Sponne, the curriculum comprises of a range of topics including sex education, drugs and alcohol, online safety and healthy living set appropriately for each year group. We recognise that students may also need additional support to help their emotional well-being, behaviour and learning. The additional support in school includes:
The ‘House’ Inclusion Unit - Jacqui Goodall (Inclusion Support Manager)
Email: jgoodall@sponne.org.uk
Additional support to help student’s emotional well- being, behaviour and learning. Students are provided with support to help them deal with personal difficulties by giving them strategies they can use to deal with these situations or build resilience to help them cope. Examples of issues include; anxiety, self-harm, bereavement, family issues, bullying, gender and sexuality. They also offer individual support and group sessions in the following areas:
- Managing Anger
- Drawing and Talking
- Promoting Positive Behaviour
- Building Self Esteem
- Enhancing Social Skills
- Protective Behaviours
Sponne School’s Commitment to Young Carers
Sponne School is committed to meeting the needs of young carers so that they can attend and enjoy school in the same way as other students and achieve their potential. We have a designated Young Carers’ School Lead, Mrs S Brookbank, with responsibility for young carers and their families.
The school has a referral system in place which allows students and families to self-identify, feeder schools to inform Sponne School of young carers during transitions and staff at school to report any concerns. Sponne School has a strong partnership in place with the local young carers’ service and other external agencies.
- Northamptonshire Young Carers Service
- Young Northants - Information and advice
- Carers Trust
- Northamptonshire County Council
- NHS
- Babble
Parent Support Advisor - Ana Lopes
Email: alopes@sponne.org.uk
Supporting parents and carers and their children by providing information and guidance to help them get the very best from school. She links in with agencies in the local area which can provide advice and support on a variety of issues. Also supporting students with their emotional wellbeing and linking in with other pastoral support in school.
If you feel your child is entitled to Free School Meals and he/she is currently not receiving it, you will need to complete an online application form. You can find all the information you need on eligibility and how to apply for Free School Meals by clicking HERE. Please contact our parent support advisor if you require support with any application.
Pastoral Support Advisors - Suzanne Brookbank & Sarah-Louise Johnston
Email: sbrookbank@sponne.org.uk Email: sjohnston@sponne.org.uk
Assisting students in school, supporting their wellbeing and signposting to further support when necessary. Working alongside the Progress Learning Leaders, they are key members of the Safeguarding/Pastoral Support Team. Any requests for support are referred directly by Progress Learning Leaders/Assistant Progress Learning Leaders.
KS5 Post 16 Student Mentor - Emma Ross
Email: eross@sponne.org.uk
Assisting students in school, supporting their progress, attendance, post-18 choices and signposting for further support when necessary.
Learning Support Department - Claire Cutler (SENCO)
Email: ccutler@sponne.org.uk
LS staff offer support for students with a range of Special Educational Needs. Provision includes in-class support from learning facilitators, 1:1 support from our ASD lead, and small group intervention programmes delivered in our Learning Support base by SEN teachers. Learning support staff run homework clubs at lunchtime and after school, 3 days a week and provide 1:1 mentoring for identified students over the registration period.
First Aider - Their focus is to promote and protect health and wellbeing and prevent ill health in young people.
For more detailed information please contact the department directly.
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