St James Church
School
Emotional Literacy Support (ELSA)
What is an ELSA?
Emotional Literacy Support Assistant
An ELSA is specially trained with a wealth of experience of working with children. ELSAs are trained and regularly supervised by the local Educational Psychologists. An ELSA is a warm and caring person who wants to help your child feel happy in school and to reach their potential educationally. Their aim is to remove the barriers to learning and to have happy children in school and at home.
In school we have 2 qualified ELSAs. Mrs Maynard and Mrs Hancock.
Family Support Team (ID 1118)
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Miss HarperSafeguarding Coordinator
Miss Harper
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Mr Oswald Maynard (Ozzy)Official School Dog/Pastoral Support Assistant
Mr Oswald Maynard (Ozzy)
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Miss MaynardParent & Family Support Advisor & Counselling
Miss Maynard
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Miss HancockEmotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)
Miss Hancock
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Mrs DaviesSpeech and Language Therapist
Mrs Davies
ELSAs can help with:
- Loss and bereavement
- Self – esteem
- Social skills
- Emotions
- Friendship issues
- Relationships
- Anger management
- Behaviour
- Anxiety
- Bullying
- Conflict
- Relaxation techniques
ELSA Links:
Express Yourself 5 Day ELSA challenge
How to contact us:
If you would like any further information please call the school on 01823 272553 and ask to speak to either Miss Maynard or Miss Hancock.