Sanctuary Spaces
The Umbrella Pods |
The Umbrella Pods are located around each campus.
Under the umbrella, children will be promoting everything about acceptance and staying safe, such as anti-bullying, stranger danger, staying safe online, different families, different cultures and also finding a friend.
Also under the umbrella, not only is there a cuddly elephant but also a box for children to write their worries in. These are then checked and responded to by the grown-ups in school.
"Amazing spaces, super support and resources - FAB!"
Parental Feedback |
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"I am really pleased to hear of how proactive you are being at school with regards to mental health and helping children with the tools they need to enhance positive well-being."
Parental Feedback |
The Retreat |
The Retreat is an area for small group work focusing on feelings/emotions led by our Learning Mentor or Pastoral TA. Children will get to work on cushions with an ‘Oxley Friend’ to support them.
The Retreat @ Oxley Park Campus
The Retreat @ Shenley Wood Campus
The Treehouse |
The Treehouse is a where more formal interventions can take place. Interventions that require writing can take place here.
It is also open and available during most lunchtimes (see Lunch Bunch Club).
The Treehouse @ Oxley Park Campus |
The Treehouse @ Shenley Wood Campus |
The Virtual Hug |
Throughout both sites we have introduced ‘Virtual Hugs.’ These calming spaces are designed to support children when they need some time and space and are not yet ready to talk to an adult.
In each tepee, there is a Panda (one of our Oxley Friends) who the children have named for their individual Street or Quad. The Panda is available for cuddles to help calm and comfort the children, alongside a comfy beanbag and blanket. These areas include books which explore feelings and can then be shared with an adult.
