Purpose of Intervention
Learning Support
At DBS we recognise and celebrate uniqueness. We understand that everyone learns in a range of different ways and that there is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach to teaching and learning for students. We teach and promote students to respect, appreciate and understand our differences and in turn this allows all of our students to have high aspirations.
We focus on ‘High quality learning’ whereby we strive to ensure that all students are effectively included in high-quality everyday teaching. We have high expectations of our children and we set them challenging yet achievable outcomes.
We focus on ‘High quality learning’ whereby we strive to ensure that all students are effectively included in high-quality everyday teaching. We have high expectations of our children and we set them challenging yet achievable outcomes.
Why do we identify students and what is our criteria?
A child or young person has Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (which DBS call ‘additional needs’) if they have a learning difficulty or disability which calls for special educational provision to be made for him or her.
If he or she has a significantly greater difficulty in learning than the majority of others of the same age.
Or, has a disability which prevents or hinders him or her from making use of facilities of a kind generally provided for others of the same age in mainstream schools.
If he or she has a significantly greater difficulty in learning than the majority of others of the same age.
Or, has a disability which prevents or hinders him or her from making use of facilities of a kind generally provided for others of the same age in mainstream schools.
Support and Intervention for Student Success
Sometimes students require additional support or interventions to help them to reach their potential. This will aid them in becoming equipped with the strategies they need to be successful learners. Interventions may include pre-teaching, consolidation, one-to-one or small group focus work and will be part of their day-to-day learning.
After four weeks of free intervention, plus intervals of evaluation, if we feel that a student needs further, tailored support, the next steps will be discussed with parents, usually this will be recommendations of targets and suggested hours of support at an additional cost. Each student is different therefore the amount of support is based on a case by case approach.
After four weeks of free intervention, plus intervals of evaluation, if we feel that a student needs further, tailored support, the next steps will be discussed with parents, usually this will be recommendations of targets and suggested hours of support at an additional cost. Each student is different therefore the amount of support is based on a case by case approach.
English as a Second Language
At Denla British School we acknowledge that many students will be learning in their ‘second language’, English. Their ability to participate in the full curriculum may be in advance of their communicative skills in English.
In some cases, ESL staff will provide additional support for the student in the classroom or the student may be withdrawn for specific language input as necessary.
In some cases, ESL staff will provide additional support for the student in the classroom or the student may be withdrawn for specific language input as necessary.
Counselling and Student Wellbeing at DBS
At DBS, we recognise that emotional wellbeing is fundamental to a child's success, happiness and development. Our counselling service provides a safe, supportive and confidential space where students can explore challenges, develop coping strategies and build resilience.
Students may seek support for a range of concerns, including friendships, family changes, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, emotional regulation, academic pressures or other personal difficulties. Counselling is also an important part of our wider safeguarding and pastoral care provision.
Our School Counsellor works closely with the Safeguarding Team, pastoral leaders and families, where appropriate, to ensure students receive the support they need.
DBS is committed to promoting positive mental health and encouraging students to seek help when they need it. We believe that asking for support is a sign of strength, and we strive to create a culture where every student feels listened to, respected and supported.
If you would like to learn more about counselling support at DBS, please contact the School Counsellor, Dana Wester ([email protected]).
Students may seek support for a range of concerns, including friendships, family changes, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, emotional regulation, academic pressures or other personal difficulties. Counselling is also an important part of our wider safeguarding and pastoral care provision.
Our School Counsellor works closely with the Safeguarding Team, pastoral leaders and families, where appropriate, to ensure students receive the support they need.
DBS is committed to promoting positive mental health and encouraging students to seek help when they need it. We believe that asking for support is a sign of strength, and we strive to create a culture where every student feels listened to, respected and supported.
If you would like to learn more about counselling support at DBS, please contact the School Counsellor, Dana Wester ([email protected]).
