Bentley, a Newfoundland water rescue dog, is our new Therapy Dog. He replaces Pepsi who, sadly, moved too far away to visit.

Mr Humphreys, a retired prison governor, joined the charity Pets as Therapy a few years ago. Bentley has been visiting care homes and supported patients with dementia.

Bentley will visit our school on Mondays. He will work with children who need support in reading but also children who might need a confidence boost or children who will benefit from Bentley’s charm and calm demeanour. The sessions are scheduled by Mrs Pollington who will chaperone the children and be able to monitor their enjoyment and progress.

This initiative is part of our continuous effort in raising standards and support children’s emotional and mental wellbeing.

Have you ever wondered how we learn to feel that we are hungry or thirsty? How does our brain know that we are tired or frustrated? 

Do we have 5 , 6, 7, 0r 8 senses?

Watch this 2mins video to find out!

Support for adopters
Due to early trauma and separation, adopted children have often developed certain coping mechanisms that mean they can find it difficult to form relationships, and display challenging behaviour.

You will learn various techniques during your preparation training on how to cope with this, but as you get to know your child you will become aware of the complexities of their issues.

It is important to recognise at this point that this is the norm and that there is support and a range of therapies available to help you and your child overcome these difficulties.

Your Regional Adoption Agency can advise you on the adoption support services that may be available to you.

Support services may include:

1. Advice and guidance
2. Stay and play groups
3. Adopter support groups
4. Links to other services
5. Individual support for adoptive families
6. Support with letterbox contact and direct contact if appropriate
7. A full assessment of your family’s needs
8. Support to access funding through the Adoption Support Fund

Find more information here :

https://adoptlondon.org.uk/adoption-support/