Therapies and Well-being
At Conifers House School, therapy is not a bolt-on — it is woven into the fabric of daily life. We offer an integrated, child-centred approach that places emotional well-being, communication, and sensory regulation at the heart of learning.
Our pupils have complex profiles that often include challenges with emotional regulation, social interaction, and sensory processing. Many have experienced anxiety, trauma, or difficulties accessing previous educational settings.
We aim to create a setting where pupils feel safe, understood, and supported to grow both academically and personally.
Our Therapeutic Offer
Therapies are integrated into both the curriculum and wider school life, ensuring consistent and meaningful support throughout the day.
We offer:
Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT)
Focused on expressive/receptive language, social communication, and functional communication skills.
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Supporting sensory regulation, fine/gross motor development, and access to learning and self-care routines.
Play Therapy and Emotional Wellbeing Support
Helping pupils process emotions, reduce anxiety, develop self-awareness, and build positive relationships.
Zones of Regulation
Used school-wide to help pupils recognise and manage their emotional states through visual tools, language, and strategies.
Therapeutic Classrooms
Each classroom environment is structured to reduce sensory overload and maximise regulation, predictability, and comfort.
Staff Training and Approach
All staff are trained in trauma-informed practice, autism awareness, and therapeutic approaches to behaviour and communication.
Daily Therapeutic Practices Include:
- Movement breaks and sensory circuits
- Use of visual supports, AAC, and social stories
- Breathing techniques and mindfulness
- Access to sensory rooms and quiet spaces
- Emotional check-ins and regulation strategies embedded into routines
Our goal is to build emotional literacy, resilience, and independence in every pupil — enabling them to engage with learning, form relationships, and prepare for their next steps in life with confidence.