What is an ELSA
ELSAs are Emotional Literacy Support Assistants. They are specialist Teaching Assistants with a wealth of experience of working with children. ELSAs are trained and regularly supervised by the Educational Psychologists.
An ELSA is a warm and caring person who wants to help your child in school and to reach their potential educationally.
Their aim is to build your child’s emotional development and help them cope with life’s challenges.
The ELSA will help your child to find solutions to any problem they may have.
Please do talk to the ELSA in your school if you have any concerns about your child.
ELSAs can help with…..
- Loss and Bereavement
- Emotional Literacy
- Self Esteem
- Social Skills
- Friendship Issues
- Relationships
- Managing Strong Feelings
- Anxiety
- Bullying
- Conflict
- Emotional Regulation
- Growth Mindset
- Social Stories
Who to contact
If you think your child could benefit ELSA sessions please contact Mrs Nicholas-Brown or the School Office on 01904 806486.
