The Mulberry Bush is a residential,therapeutic primary school for emotionally traumatised children nationwide.They have been neglected and abused,with a string of failed home and school placements.We help them to feel safe and supported,build healthy relationships and,importantly,enjoy learning.

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  • Education/Training/Employment Education/​Training/​Employment
  • Other Other
  • Mental Health Mental Health
Beneficiaries

  • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)
  • Other Other

Nationally, increasing numbers of children are being excluded from school at worryingly young ages.They are seen as disruptive and naughty & teachers often don’t have the time or training to get to the issues underlying their behaviour. Children at our school have suffered extreme emotional trauma &, without our intervention, would never be able to engage in education, with all the life skills & chances that provides. Furthermore, the standard National Curriculum is not geared to their needs.

We believe every child deserves a learning environment where they feel supported & inspired. As our community changes & evolves, so must our classrooms. We now need to modernise & refit our learning spaces to meet the diverse needs of children aged 5–14+, many of whom are neurodiverse. Our children need spaces where their unique needs don’t make them stand out. Our vision is to provide adaptable, inclusive learning environments where every child(regardless of age or learning style) can flourish.

Categories

  • Education/Training/Employment Education/​Training/​Employment
  • Other Other
  • Mental Health Mental Health
Beneficiaries

  • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)
  • Other Other