Wellbeing

As a small school with a tight community, the onus for looking after the wellbeing of the children is on all staff not just their form teacher. Staff are quick to smile and chat and follow up any issues no matter how small.

Our Wellbeing Lead, Mrs. Vanessa Sharp, manages all pupil concerns, ensuring that staff are fully informed of any wellbeing matters. She also meets with children individually or in small groups, to provide support.

Misunderstandings inevitably occur between children and PHSE lessons allow teachers flexibility to discuss issues that might arise.

Physical health as well as mental wellbeing is certainly a high priority at St Joseph’s In The Park. The school is set in beautiful countryside and the children benefit from the parkland setting and Forest School. The teachers make the most of teaching outdoors wherever possible and incorporate mindfulness sessions in lessons when appropriate. In the summer the classes all make use of the outdoor swimming pool and get out in the fresh air whenever they can. The Headmaster places great emphasis on the importance of sports and physical fitness so all children take part in football, hockey, cricket, crossfit, swimming and the girls enjoy netball and dance.