Purpose: To ensure all children achieve their potential by supporting emotional wellbeing
Funding: The school's annual budget is roughly £1.8m
Background: Epsom Downs Primary School has a higher than average proportion of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. Children who join the school are often behind for their age when it comes to skills and understanding, especially in speech and language. Teachers and staff have developed an all-round approach to supporting children's mental health and wellbeing. "It's about making sure all children feel nurtured and secure in order to make the best progress that they can," explains assistant business manager Katharine Barnard.
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