Validator report

23 May 2024

PWA-Robin Hood Infants school-SM1 2SX-23/May/2024

Areas for further development
- To continue to embed emotional regulation strategies for children.
- To share good practices regarding emotional regulation with parents to promote consistency between home and school.
Award term ref
Confirm the recommendation
1
Overall comments
Robin Hood Infants School's inclusive practice for well-being ensures everyone has a voice, creating a targeted and consistent approach that impacts the entire school. Strategies and approaches are communicated to parents, and workshops are planned to support their education. Curriculum days promote mental health and student well-being, and governors are kept informed about school activities. This ethos fosters a supportive and cohesive environment, benefiting the whole school community.
Validator benchmark comments
Comments on impact identified during validation
Robin Hood Infants School promotes positive attitudes towards physical and mental health and wellbeing. Child leadership is central, with pupils designing posters and leading campaigns for Mental Health Week. Celebrations like Anti-Bullying Week empower children, impacting their mental health positively. The school platform keeps parents informed, fostering community wellbeing. Incorporating more mindfulness activities benefits both children and teachers, with strategies widely used. A mindful zone in the playground supports a calm atmosphere, enhancing the overall school environment.
Comments on impact identified during validation
Robin Hood Infants School offers positive strategies and support for promoting emotional wellbeing and mental health. Interventions have improved emotional regulation and self-confidence, with case studies showing significant progress. Children express feelings appropriately and proportionately. Support for transitioning to junior school has positively impacted behaviour. Staff training in interventions like Tacpac and Lego therapy has enhanced children's social skills. A consistent emotional regulation strategy, using Zones of Regulation, has been implemented school-wide, fostering a supportive environment for all students.
Comments on impact identified during validation
Robin Hood Infants School promotes emotional health and well-being across the curriculum. Developments in the PSHE curriculum have fostered an open ethos. A circle time book captures children's ideas and views, used for reflection and learning opportunities. Numerous mindfulness activities enrich the curriculum. Every class participates in Yoga, with teachers trained in Yoga linked to wellbeing. These initiatives create a supportive and reflective learning environment, enhancing emotional health and well-being for students.
Comments on impact identified during validation
Robin Hood Infants School supports pupils in leading wellbeing initiatives. Children contribute ideas for celebrating special days and events. During Healthy Eating Week, a vote allowed children to choose their favourite vegetable, which the school kitchen incorporated into meals. Playground Pals model good behaviour and promote positive relationships. Plans include building an Eco Warrior group for pupil voice. Pupils reflect on what benefits their mental well-being, with feedback shared with parents and the community to educate, inform, and share good practices. This approach empowers pupils and fosters a supportive school environment.
Validator recommendation
I recommend that the school is accredited for this award
Validation confirm date
23/May/2024
Product attribute ref
Silver