Wellbeing Hub

 

Our Wellbeing Hub is a safe and welcoming space where learners can relax and take a break if
they need to.

At Doucecroft, we know that a child’s mental health and wellbeing are important for their learning. Our Wellbeing Hub is a special place where learners and families can get help and advice to make sure children can learn at their best.

The Wellbeing Team works with learners to help them feel good and ready to learn. We also help families by offering support and advice. If needed, we can refer to outside services like CAMHS or other local health providers.

We offer fun ways to help pupils feel better, such as working with therapy dogs from Paws4Pals.

Supporting Families

We know that families need help too. The Wellbeing Team helps families find local services, get financial advice, and offers emotional support.

We run coffee mornings where parents can meet, chat, and support each other. If parents need help with medical appointments or referrals, we are here to assist.

Approach to learning

Our Approach: Trauma Perceptive Practice

Doucecroft uses the Trauma Perceptive Practice (TPP) approach. This approach helps us understand behaviour and support emotional wellbeing. It’s based on kindness, hope, compassion, connection, and belonging. All of our staff are trained in this approach to make sure that each pupil gets the right support.

The Wellbeing Team at Doucecroft

The Wellbeing Team at Doucecroft offers many different types of support for our learners. Here are some of the things we can do:

  • Refer pupils to outside wellbeing services like CAMHS and other local services.
  • Provide one-on-one support for learners.
  • Work with therapy dogs through Paws4Pals to help pupils feel calm.
  • Offer support from a psychotherapist at Doucecroft.
  • Give emotional support to families and connect them with local help.
  • Host coffee mornings for parents to meet and talk.
  • Offer free pre-loved school uniforms and help with food vouchers in emergencies.
  • Assist with medical appointments and referrals.
  • Collect information about behaviour to help create the best plan for each pupil.
  • Help families with school attendance and any challenges they face.
  • Support new learners when they join the school.
  • Listen to pupils’ voices and help them share their thoughts.

The Team

Gayle Jones – Wellbeing Lead
Mandy Spragge – Wellbeing assistant and pupil’s voice.
Charlotte Ambrose – Wellbeing Assistant and Team Teach tutor
Emma Mitchell – Family Liaison Officer
Kelly King – Activities Coordinator

How to Reach Us

If you think your child could benefit from our support, please get in touch.

Contact us
Admissions

You can find all the information about joining Doucecroft School, including how to apply and visit, on our admissions page.

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Calendar

Check out all of our upcoming events and be sure to check back regularly.

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Ofsted Reports

View our Ofsted Reports here and Parents can also express their views and concerns to help us further improve our services.

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Safeguarding

For important information about safeguarding in our school, please visit our dedicated safeguarding page.

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General Information For Parents and Carers

Find out general information Parent and Carers need to know here.

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School lunches

Here you can check out our weekly lunch menus, we include visuals to aid students visualise what they can order.

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FAQs

What are the 2024/2025 term dates?

Autumn Term 2024: 4th September – 20th December.Half term: 28th October – 1st November. Additional training days: 2nd / 3rd September and 25th October. Non pupil days: 20th December.

Spring Term 2025: 6th January – 4th April. Half term: 17th February – 21st February. Non-Pupil Days: 13th, 14th February and 4th April.  

Summer Term 2025: 22nd April to 22nd July. Half Term: 26th May – 30th May 2025. May Bank Holiday: 5th May 2025. Non-Pupil Days: 2nd June 2025

You can download our uniform and PE kit order forms and return them to office in person or by email.

You can request time off for your child by completing our form: Student Absence Request Form You can return it to the school office in person or you can email it to doucecroft@autism-anglia.org.uk

You can view and download our weekly lunch menus. 

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There's always lots of exciting things happening at Doucecroft. You can read about our latest news stories or head over to our calendar to view upcoming events and activities.