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Pastoral Care
At Ernest Bevin Academy, we believe that excellent pastoral care is essential for student wellbeing and academic success. Our comprehensive pastoral system ensures that every student feels safe, supported, and valued throughout their time with us.
We understand that happy, confident students who feel secure in their school environment are best placed to thrive academically and develop into well-rounded individuals.
Supporting Every Student on Their Journey
Our Pastoral Structure
Every student at Ernest Bevin Academy belongs to a form group. Form tutors are the first point of contact for students and parents, providing daily support and guidance.
Our pastoral structure includes:
Form Tutors
Form tutors meet with their groups daily, building strong relationships and monitoring academic progress, attendance, and wellbeing.
- Daily registration and check-ins
- Academic mentoring and target-setting
- First point of contact for parents
- Personal development activities
Heads of Year
Each year group has a dedicated Head of Year who oversees the pastoral care and academic progress of all students in that year.
- Monitoring overall year group progress
- Coordinating interventions and support
- Leading assemblies and year events
- Working with external agencies when needed
Pastoral Support Team
Our dedicated pastoral support team includes trained staff who can provide specialized support for a range of personal, social, and emotional issues.
- One-to-one mentoring sessions
- Group interventions and workshops
- Restorative practice approaches
- Liaison with external support services
Senior Leadership Team
The Senior Leadership Team oversees the pastoral system, ensuring it meets the needs of all students and maintaining high standards of behavior and attendance.
- Strategic oversight of pastoral care
- Safeguarding responsibilities
- Development of whole-school approaches
- Parent and community engagement
Student Wellbeing Support
Supporting Mental Health
We recognize the importance of good mental health and provide a range of services to support students:
- ✓School counsellor available for confidential appointments
- ✓Mental health first aiders on staff
- ✓Regular wellbeing workshops and activities
- ✓Access to external support services and referrals
Personal Development
Our personal development program is delivered through form time, assemblies, and dedicated PSHE lessons. Topics covered include:
Health & Wellbeing
Physical and mental health, nutrition, exercise, and emotional regulation
Relationships
Building healthy relationships, communication skills, and conflict resolution
Careers
Career planning, employability skills, and workplace readiness
Citizenship
British values, democracy, community engagement, and global awareness
Additional Support Services
We work closely with a range of external agencies to provide specialized support when needed:
Educational Psychology Service
Support for learning difficulties and educational assessments
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
Specialist mental health support for children and young people
School Nursing Team
Health advice, medical support, and health promotion
Social Services
Support for vulnerable students and families
Parent Partnership
We believe that strong partnerships between home and school are essential for student success. We encourage regular communication and offer multiple ways for parents to engage with their child's education:
- Regular parent consultation evenings
- Academic reports and progress updates
- Parent information evenings on key topics
- Digital parent portal for accessing information
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA) events and activities
If you have any concerns about your child's wellbeing or progress, please don't hesitate to contact their form tutor or Head of Year.
Contact Pastoral Support
If you need to speak to someone about a pastoral matter, please contact the school office: