ELSA, Talkabout & Thrive Support

At St Joseph's RC Primary School, we are committed to supporting the emotional well-being and social development of all our children through a trauma-informed approach. We offer three key programmes: ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistants), Talkabout, and Thrive, which provide targeted support to help children develop essential social and emotional skills. ELSA sessions, led by a trained practitioner, help children understand and manage their emotions, build resilience, and develop positive relationships. Talkabout focusses on improving social communication skills, such as making friends, understanding social cues, and building confidence. Thrive uses a nurturing approach to support children’s emotional development, helping them feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. These programmes work together to create a positive, supportive environment where every child can thrive both academically and emotionally. 

*Please see below for useful information on wellbeing support within our school. If you cannot find the support you need, please ring the office and we will be happy to help you.