Richmond Park School

Wellbeing is at the heart of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Emotional and social development is emphasised as a core part of the EYFS curriculum. The Primary and Secondary curricula include PSHE as a defined subject to support social and emotional learning, with PSHE listed for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The school fosters a calm, respectful learning environment where staff and students interact positively and values are promoted. Weekly assemblies cover a wide range of topics and celebrate achievements, reinforcing social and emotional development.

Young people develop with different needs and progress at different rates. The school recognises, encourages and supports such needs, including dyslexia and those who are particularly able or gifted. The additional learning needs co-ordinator liaises with teachers to support students requiring extra assistance with classroom strategies and individual education plans. Students with learning difficulties are supported by a dyslexia consultant who works with the leader for exams access to ensure students know how to manage their time in assessments. The school uses standardised testing at the end of Years 1, 3, and 6 and regular class assessments to monitor progress.

English is the language of instruction at Richmond Park School. The standard of written and spoken English is excellent, and teachers help students to expand their vocabulary and incorporate subject-specific terminology. In the International Baccalaureate Centre, languages offered include Spanish, English, and French. The English National Curriculum underpins the curriculum and English language development is a central focus across year groups. Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 include English language and literature as core subjects.

Wellbeing is at the heart of the EYFS, with the EYFS emphasising emotional and social development and wellbeing as a foundation. The PSHE program supports mental wellbeing by addressing personal, social and health education across year groups. Personal, spiritual, moral and cultural development is well provided for, with weekly lessons and assemblies fostering a calm, respectful atmosphere and opportunities to study global issues. Weekly assemblies cover a wide range of topics and celebrate achievements, contributing to students' wellbeing. The Vision emphasises nurturing wellbeing and healthy lifestyles as part of a holistic education.

Policies are in place for health and safety, safeguarding, child protection, anti-bullying and online safety, enabling students to feel safe and confident as they learn. All teachers have safeguarding training and a designated safeguarding leader coordinates this area of care. All adults who work at the school are required to provide police check certificates to the administration, and new staff from other countries must present an International Child Protection Certificate. There is a nurse on site and first aid resources, including a first aid room, to attend to sick or injured pupils. The school has clear procedures for reporting safeguarding concerns and for taking appropriate action.