Headteachers Update 17th January 2020

Following EHCP reviews I read all the paperwork, I often pick up on recommendations and I have a good one to share with some of you. The Thomas Centre is located in Lincolnshire and states on their website “We provide outstanding facilities for families and groups like yours, on a dedicated 25 acre site, in a safe and non-judgemental environment”. One of our families had a very enjoyable and positive holiday and had many magical moments. If you have other holiday recommendations that provide good hoist systems, hygiene suites, hydrotherapy etc that you would like to share please let me know.

This week I would like to say a HUGE thank you to our Wellbeing Team (WEB Team), Nicky, Caroline & Saskia alongside their primary colleagues Charlotte & Julia work with families on a daily basis. Some of the work involves accessing relevant services and support, advice and support in the home (e.g. behaviour strategies) and very often a cup of tea and a listening ear. During the Christmas period, the WEB team worked closely with ‘Besom’ York to provide some of our families with Christmas hampers. Thank you to the whole team for their dedication, energy and passion for supporting our pupils, staff and families. If you would like to get to know the WEB team, email n.ellis@ebor.academy, phone school and ask for the WEB team or make a note in the home/school book and someone will phone you back.

Next week we have our Community Hub, a safe place for parents to gather, enjoy a sweet treat and discuss current school improvements, ideas and ways forward. All are welcome, just turn up at 9:30 on Thursday 23rd January.

Today we say goodbye to Emma Priest, teacher in Twigs as she leaves to have her baby. We wish her lots of luck and look forward to seeing her soon with Baby