Pastoral Care

Starting a new school should feel exciting.

That’s why we carefully support each pupil as they settle into life at S. Anselm’s.

New pupils are warmly encouraged to join us for a taster day, offering a relaxed introduction to their teacher, classmates and the rhythms of school life. In the Prep School, every new child is paired with both a senior and junior guide, ensuring they always have a friendly face to turn to.

Our House system strengthens this sense of belonging even further, creating opportunities for children to mix across year groups and feel part of a supportive, spirited community from the very start.

Our Registered School Nurse is a calm and comforting presence at the heart of our community.

Whether tending to a bumped knee, supporting a child feeling unwell or offering gentle reassurance during a difficult moment, our school nurse is there each day to help children feel safe and cared for.

She works closely with teaching staff and plays an important role in maintaining pupils’ overall wellbeing, ensuring every child feels supported physically and emotionally throughout their time in school.

Our team brings a warm, thoughtful and child‑centred approach to supporting pupils.

We offer specialist emotional‑wellbeing support through an experienced Speech and Language Therapist and fully qualified Integrative Counsellor.

Through gentle, supportive sessions, children are encouraged to explore their emotions, build confidence and develop the resilience and coping skills they need during challenging times. Support is tailored to each child’s individual needs.

As a proudly non‑selective school, we recognise and celebrate the fact that every child learns differently.

Our Learning Support Team plays a vital role in ensuring all pupils receive the guidance and encouragement they need to thrive.

While all pupils benefit from small class sizes and excellent teaching, some may require additional support. This might take place within the classroom or through one‑to‑one and small‑group sessions in our dedicated Learning Support area. Wherever possible, teaching is multi‑sensory and tailored to each pupil’s strengths and learning style.

Our key aims are to:

• Nurture each child’s confidence and sense of self‑worth
• Strengthen literacy and numeracy skills
• Guide pupils in understanding how they learn best
• Develop strong revision and study habits, especially during exam years

Weekly whole‑staff meetings ensure every child’s progress is discussed, allowing for prompt support when needed. Individual Education Plans are updated at least twice a year and shared openly with pupils, parents and staff – reinforcing our belief in a strong partnership between home, school and child.