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ELSW - Emotional Literacy Support Worker
Welcome to St Finian's School ELSW page.
My name is Mrs Heaver and I am St Finian's School ELSW.
What is an ELSW?
An ELSW plans and delivers programmes of support to pupils in the development of their emotional literacy.
What is Emotional Literacy?
Understanding and coping with the feelings of ourselves and others.
Developing high self-esteem and positive interactions with others.
Being emotionally literate helps children focus better on their learning.
Emotional Literacy Newsletter
Mrs Heaver - ELSW
How does an ELSw work?
Children are usually referred for ELSW support by their Class Teacher, Senior Leaders or SENCo.
The ELSW will work with children individually or in small groups to develop the skills of emotional literacy. Sessions are tailored to the children’s needs and held weekly.
Examples include recognising and managing different emotions and forming relationships. ELSW sessions also help children to develop social skills and build self-confidence. This helps them to manage social and emotional demands more effectively.
The ELSW will support parents in developing their children's emotional literacy.
Parents will receive regular newsletters and be invited to regular coffee mornings run by the ELSW.
We aim to support a wide range of emotional needs:
Recognising emotions Self-esteem
Anger Management Social Skills
Loss and Bereavement Friendship Skills
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ELSW sessions, take place in either of our special nurture spaces; 'The Bubble Room' or 'The Nest'.
Each room has been specifically designed and resourced to ensure that every child feels listened to, calm and supported.
Parent Self Help Section
Below you will find helpful advice and ideas on how parents and carers can support their child at home including:
- Recommended books
- Useful websites
Self Esteem
Is your child having problems with self-esteem? Follow this link for ideas and support.
Anxiety
Follow the link below for some useful guidance on helping your child overcome anxieties:
https://blogs.psychcentral.com/stress-better/2016/03/49-phrases-to-calm-an-anxious-child/
Recommended self-help anxiety book:
What to do When You Worry Too Much
An interactive self-help book designed to guide 6-12 year olds and their parents through the cognitive-behavioural techniques most often used in the treatment of generalised anxiety. Engaging, encouraging and easy to follow, this book educates, motivates and empowers children to work towards change.