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Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

What is ELSA?

ELSA is an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant.

At Beacon, we are committed to supporting the whole child – academically, socially, and emotionally. We recognise that some pupils may face challenges that can affect their ability to engage fully in learning. Our Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSA) provide targeted support to help children develop the skills they need to understand and manage their emotions, build positive relationships, and grow in confidence.

The Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSA) programme is an initiative that was designed by Educational Psychologists to build the capacity of schools to support the social emotional and mental health needs of their pupils from within their own resources.

Our trained ELSA practitioners work with pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, providing a safe, nurturing space where they can explore their feelings and develop practical strategies for coping with life’s challenges.

Areas of Support
Our ELSA sessions are tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils and may include:

Building self-esteem and resilience
Managing emotions such as anxiety, anger, or sadness
Developing social skills and friendships
Coping with loss, change, or family difficulties
Improving concentration and readiness to learn

How ELSA Works at Beacon

Pupils are usually referred for ELSA support by teachers, the SENDCo, or parents/carers.
Sessions take place weekly for a set number of weeks, depending on need.
Progress is reviewed regularly, and strategies are shared with teachers and families to ensure children continue to feel supported beyond their ELSA sessions.

Why it Matters
Our ELSA provision is part of Beacon's wider commitment to wellbeing, safeguarding, and inclusion. It complements our SEND provision and Pupil Premium strategy, ensuring that vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils receive the right support to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Bernardo's Support Hub

We're living in extraordinary times right now, and it can sometimes feel or be overwhelming. There is an exhaustive amount of information available about Coronavirus, and it can be hard to know where to start, and that’s why Barnardo's have created this website. It’s a central place for you to explore, where you can find information, resources and tools - from practical advice on how to talk to your children about the pandemic, to tips on managing anxiety and much more.

https://www.barnardos.org.uk/see-hear-respond-support-hub

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