Headteacher, SEN School

At Meadows Psychology Service (MPS), we have the privilege of supporting separated children and young people seeking asylum who arrive in the UK without parents or guardians. Their stories often include courage, grief, uncertainty and remarkable resilience, and much of what they carry is not immediately visible when they first meet the adults around them. […]

For children who have experienced trauma, a sense of safety cannot be taken for granted. It must be created intentionally through predictable relationships and nurturing environments. Early experiences of neglect, loss or abuse can leave children feeling hyper-alert or mistrustful, even when they are physically safe. Establishing safety is therefore an essential foundation for healing, […]

Leaving care is a major life moment for any young person – and for those who have lived through trauma, loss or instability, it can be one of the most emotionally complex transitions they will face. Many describe this stage as exciting and full of possibility, yet also unsettling, lonely, or frightening. “Becoming independent” can […]