Headteacher, SEN School

Children understand and process their world through play, imagination and creativity. For many children who have lived through developmental or relational trauma, those experiences may have been interrupted or overshadowed by the need to stay safe. When a child’s nervous system has been focused on survival, managing fear, coping with unpredictability, or adapting to unsafe […]

Adoption can offer children a profound sense of belonging, connection and possibility. But it is not an easy road, and for many families, the journey includes moments of strain, confusion and emotional exhaustion. When the early years have been shaped by neglect, loss or trauma, relationships take time to build, and the path to trust […]

Transitioning from care into adulthood is one of the most significant and most vulnerable periods in a young person’s life. For many 16–18-year-olds, this move happens at a point when they are managing the impact of developmental and relational trauma, navigating identity, and coping with changes in education, friendships and professional support. Supported accommodation can […]