We are all missing being in school. It is difficult for the children to adjust to a different routine and they miss their friends, the activities of school, playtime and so on. It is good to re-assure them that we will get back to school when the government decides it is safe for everyone. For now, they are safest staying at home.
Our care team will continue to make contact with you and the children; we will do whatever we can to assist you. If you would like a call from us, don't hesitate to let us know by emailing us at office@scps.ie and one of us will be in touch with you.
January 2021
NEPS is the National Educational Psychology Service for schools.
They have a variety of advice and tips for dealing with our emotional and social well-being during the school closure period.
Click here to access the resources: gov.ie - Wellbeing advice and resources during COVID-19 (www.gov.ie)
On this page, you will find guides as follows:
Advice for Parents while schools are closed
Managing Stress and Anxiety: A guide for Parents and Guardians
How to Calm and Support your Child: Advice for Parents and Guardians
Blank Plan for the Day
Relaxation Techniques Podcast
This link will take you to a podcast from NEPS to help parents and pupils practice relaxation techniques.
How to support your child's mental health: this is a link to a video presentation by Paul Gilligan of St Patrick's Mental Health Services
Here is a link to Fiona Forman's interview about children's well being: https://soundcloud.com/user-10491760/kfm-15-april-2020
Fiona is the author of Weaving Well-Being which we use in school.