The role of Learning Mentors at The Radclyffe School is to work with staff and families to identify barriers to learning and support with removing these barriers and overcoming difficulties. There are occasions when some students struggle due to circumstances in or out of school and as a result need some additional support. Our dedicated team of five Learning Mentors works with identified students on a one to one basis or in small groups with an over all aim to raise aspirations and ensure students have the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
The Learning Mentors work with students to provide support, motivation and guidance that helps individuals overcome a range of barriers and feel safe and happy in school. Within the learning Mentors, a Trauma Informed Approach is used ensuring that students feel heard and understood when experiencing difficulties. Learning Mentors deliver a range of interventions to support our students and evaluate the success of these interventions frequently. Students are supported to understand themselves, overcome barriers and to develop their independence and confidence in school.
Interventions on offer in the Learning Mentors include:
- Emotional Literacy Support
- Positive Mental Health/ Self Esteem
- Understanding & Managing Anger
- Anxiety & Stress Solutions
- Trauma Informed Support
- Social Skills
- Lego Therapy
- Study skills
- Bereavement Support
- Well–Being Check Ins
Our team of Learning Mentors also run daily clubs at both break and lunch that offer a safe space during social times. These clubs are well attended and support students with making friendships in supported, structured environments.
Our current clubs available are:
- Mindfulness and Creativity
- Board Games and Social club
