Members of our School Council have raised and discussed at recent meetings how they can inform other Schools about their medical diagnoses.  In particular they want to share their own experiences and hopefully help others to recognise behaviours that may show through medical conditions such as ADHD and Autism.  By getting their voices heard and explaining the reasons behind certain behaviours, this may help prevent pupils from being excluded, singled out or made to feel they are at fault.  Options discussed by the members included Mr Hubbard, Headteacher, speaking with other Headsteachers, school council members attending local school assemblies however this may cause considerable pressure when speaking publically to a large audience or to make a video to this effect.  Below is what Sophie in Year 9 and Thomas in Year 11 had to say when talking with Bev Bailey, our Family Support Worker.  A big thank you also to Matt Webb, Teacher, who helped to produce the video.  Any comments or feedback would be welcomed by the School Council members.  Thank you for watching.

UNDERSTANDING AND RECOGNISING BEHAVIOURS