Pastoral Care

Endeavour, Perseverance and Compassion

Our pastoral care centres around providing a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels valued, known and supported as they grow and learn.

Working Together

Our staff ensure every child feels valued and secure, laying the foundation for emotional and social growth. We also work closely with parents, encouraging open communication and supporting each child’s well-being at school and at home.

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A Sense of Family

With small class sizes and a dedicated team of staff, we build meaningful relationships with our pupils, ensuring that each child is known and understood. Our close-knit community promotes kindness, respect, and cooperation among children of all ages.
Everyone is encouraged to support one another and grow together.

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A Place for Every Individual

We celebrate the uniqueness of every child, whether they are quiet and introspective, bold and lively, creative, or analytical. We are committed to helping each child understand who they are, their place in the world, and the remarkable potential they possess.

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Emotional Toolkit

While happy moments abound at The Elms, we understand that life can bring challenges. From their very first days, children learn to understand and manage their emotions in a healthy, age-appropriate way. setting the foundation for emotional well-being. Our dedicated pastoral team and expert staff offer support, nurturing emotional well-being alongside academic growth. We equip our pupils with the tools for a happy and fulfilling life.

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Embracing Failure

At The Elms, we believe that embracing failure is a vital part of learning. By encouraging pupils to take risks, make mistakes and reflect on them, we help build perseverance, curiosity and confidence. Children learn that setbacks are not the end, but the beginning of growth – key steps on the path to success and self-discovery.

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Learning Support

We understand that every child learns in their own way. We are committed to supporting each pupil’s individual learning journey. Our team of experienced professionals ensure that every child receives the right guidance. We are happy to discuss how we can best support your child’s learning when you visit us.

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Wraparound Care

We appreciate how hectic life can be for working parents. We offer flexible and nurturing wraparound care to ensure that every child’s needs are met throughout the day (or night). Year 1 and above can join us for breakfast at 7.30am, and all Prep children can stay for Supper (until 6.45pm). Children from Year 3 can also opt to board.

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Request a Prospectus

Find out more about the school and our ethos. It will give you an initial flavour of the school before you visit.

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Come to an Open Morning

Join us for one of our termly Open Mornings to gain an insight into the type of education, facilities, care and provision that The Elms has to offer.

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Enquire and Visit

The best way to really experience our special ethos and atmosphere is to visit us. Come and see the school in action and meet the Headmaster.

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