The STARS Approach
At Exwick Heights we are using an intervention called STARS to support children’s Social and Emotional Development alongside classroom interventions. The school currently has 3 members of staff who work individually or in small groups with pupils across the school.
The STARS intervention is based on the thrive approach which draws on the latest research - from current neuroscience, recent attachment research, current studies of effective learning and current models of child development – in order to help adults understand children’s behaviour as communication.
With the intervention provided by a key adult STARS can:
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help a child get ready to learn
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enhance their learning
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build positive relationships between a child and his/her peers
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improve attainment
STARS supports children and young people to:
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feel good about themselves
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know that they matter
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become more resilient and resourceful
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form trusting, rewarding relationships
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be creative
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be compassionate and empathetic
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be thoughtful and self-aware
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be able to overcome difficulties and setbacks
If you would like any more information on STARS please contact the STARS coordinators Louise Phillips or Trudy Cronin, 01392 209030