St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Well-being

At St Joseph's, well-being is at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to use a trauma-informed approach combined with restorative practices to support every child’s emotional and social development.

We understand that all behaviour is a form of communication and that some children may have experienced challenges or trauma that affect how they engage with learning and relationships. Our staff are trained to respond with empathy, understanding, and consistency, creating a safe and nurturing environment where children feel valued and heard.

Through restorative measures, we encourage pupils to reflect on their actions, repair relationships, and learn positive ways to manage conflict and emotions. This approach helps to build trust, resilience, and self-regulation, ensuring that every child feels supported, connected, and ready to thrive both academically and personally.

Trauma-Informed

A trauma-informed approach recognises that some children may have experienced difficult or traumatic events that can impact their behaviour, emotions, and ability to learn.

Rather than focusing solely on managing behaviour, this approach aims to understand the reasons behind it and to provide a safe, supportive environment where every child feels valued and secure. 

 The school environment is calm and predictable, with clear routines and caring adults who help pupils to regulate their emotions and feel in control.

By prioritising emotional safety and connection, a trauma-informed approach enables all children — especially those who have faced adversity — to grow in confidence, resilience, and readiness to learn.

Our Designated Mental Health Lead:

Mrs Y Shores

Mrs Y Shores

Mental Health Lead / TIS Practitioner

  Our Mental Health Lead plays an important role in making sure that everyone — children, staff, and families — feels supported and cared for. Their job is to help promote positive well-being across the school, making sure pupils know how to look after their mental health just as they would their physical health. 

The Mental Health Lead works closely with teachers and parents to spot when a child might need a little extra support and to find simple, practical ways to help them feel happier and more confident.

They also help plan activities that encourage kindness, resilience, and a sense of belonging. Overall, their role is about creating a caring, supportive environment where every child feels safe, listened to, and ready to learn.