Operation Encompass at Spark Vale Academy
Spark Vale Academy is part of Operation Encompass, a safeguarding initiative that helps schools provide timely support to children and families affected by domestic abuse.
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Meet Our Mental Health Support Team Practitioner
We are pleased to welcome Demi Turner, our Mental Health Support Team Practitioner, who will help learners experiencing difficulties with their mental health and emotional wellbeing.
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We Are a myHappymind School: Supporting Wellbeing, Resilience and Confidence at Spark Vale Academy
Spark Vale Academy is proud to be part of the myHappymind family. Through this science-backed wellbeing programme, pupils are supported to understand their brains, build resilience, develop confidence, manage emotions and strengthen their sense of belonging. Parents and carers can also access the myHappymind Parent App to continue the learning at home.
Outdoor Learning in the Spark Garden: Growing Confidence, Responsibility & Life Skills
The Spark Garden at Spark Vale Academy has become a meaningful outdoor learning space where pupils grow plants, care for nature, develop Life Skills, explore Science, create art and build confidence, responsibility and Personal Development beyond the classroom.
Abbey Park Visit: Exploring Geography, Maths and Life Skills in Our Local Area
Learners at Spark Vale Academy visited Abbey Park as part of their local area learning. The visit helped pupils explore Geography and Maths in real life, while also building Life Skills, Personal Development, confidence, communication and independence in the community.
Year 7 Farm Visit: Bringing Farmer Duck, Life Skills, Careers and Personal Development to Life
Year 7 learners at Spark Vale Academy brought their English learning to life with a farm visit after studying Farmer Duck. The trip supported ASDAN Life Skills, public transport, independence, careers learning, Personal Development and recount writing.
The Top Support Groups for Parents of Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Parenting a child with Special Educational Needs (SEN) can feel isolating at times, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Support groups provide an invaluable network of understanding peers, practical advice, and emotional encouragement. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the top SEN support groups available to parents in the UK, both online and in-person.