Occupational Therapy

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At Bredon School we strive to support young people who have difficulties with their school occupations. Our Occupational Therapist works with pupils who have difficulties with:

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School work – including fine motor skills such as handwriting, drawing, cutting out, using technology; gross motor skills and playing sport as well as keeping on task, following instructions, working with others, and managing anxiety and exams.

 

Life skills – for example, dressing appropriately for school, changing for sport, managing personal hygiene, eating lunch and managing belongings.

 

Break time and leisure time – such as joining in social activities, finding hobbies and leisure interests, making friends and socialising, or using break times to recharge for the rest of the day.

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Transitions – such as moving between lessons, stopping one task and starting another, or transitioning from one educational setting to another.

 

Our Occupational Therapist looks at the whole person - including physical, mental health, emotional and behavioural needs and the impact on school life - and work with the young person, their parents/carers and school staff to identify strategies to promote independence.

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This may include:
 

• Modifying the way the task is done

• Recommending modifications to the environment

• Recommending or providing equipment

• Teaching the child, young person or staff strategies/techniques

• Developing the child or young person’s skills and abilities.

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