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Welcome to the Element

Empowering potential through a culture of inclusion, restorative practices, and unwavering support, we believe every young person’s future is not determined by their start in life but shaped by their resilience and limitless possibilities.

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The Element Year 11’s

The Element Year 11’s

Celebrating Our Amazing Year 11 Leavers As another school year comes to a close, we’ve had the privilege of celebrating an unforgettable milestone with our Year 11 students at last Friday’s Leavers Do. Held at the centre, the event was a joyful occasion filled with laughter, memories and a real sense of accomplishment. It was […]

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Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental Health Awareness Week

🌿 Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week at The Element This week, we come together as a school community to recognise and honour Mental Health Awareness Week — a time to reflect, connect, and champion the importance of wellbeing for all. At The Element, mental health is not a conversation we reserve for a single week […]

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The Element Primary: A Unique Space for Rhythmic Movement Therapy

The Element Primary: A Unique Space for Rhythmic Movement Therapy

The Element Unveils New Key Stage 2 Provision for Primary School Children The Element, a bespoke learning facility and part of the Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust, is proud to announce the opening of its brand-new designated provision designed specifically for Key Stage 2 primary school children. Catering to the needs of vulnerable children […]

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Advocating for Social and Emotional Learning: The Element at the House of Commons

Advocating for Social and Emotional Learning: The Element at the House of Commons

Earlier this month, Paul McColgan, our Director for Inclusion at The Element, was privileged to attend a landmark reception at the House of Commons. The event, hosted by Dr Sam Rushworth MP, brought together education leaders, policymakers, and young people to spotlight the transformative power of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). Organised in partnership with […]

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A Transformative Term at The Element: Building Futures Together – notes from Paul McColgan

A Transformative Term at The Element: Building Futures Together – notes from Paul McColgan

This term has been a truly remarkable chapter for The Element, filled with exciting developments, new beginnings and meaningful opportunities for our young people. Most notably, we celebrated the opening of our new designated provision at the Maritime Knowledge Hub—a dynamic space designed to serve our local community by fostering opportunity, access and hope. At […]

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Enhancing Student Support Across HFCMAT with RMTi Training

Enhancing Student Support Across HFCMAT with RMTi Training

Staff from across the trust undertake RMTi training. Enhancing Student Support Across HFCMAT with Rhythmic Movement Therapy Integration (RMTi) At The Element, our dedication to student well-being inspires us to continually explore innovative ways to support learners. One of our most exciting recent initiatives has been the introduction of Rhythmic Movement Therapy Integration (RMTi). This […]

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The Element: Championing Inclusion, Growth, and Opportunity for All

The Element: Championing Inclusion, Growth, and Opportunity for All

Inclusion is the cornerstone of transformative education and The Element is leading the way with its innovative and compassionate approach. Acting as a lifeline for students requiring additional support, The Element is a dynamic environment where inclusion and personal growth are more than ideals—they are a daily reality. Guided by the dedicated Inclusion Team, this […]

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Our Ethos

We believe a child's start in life does not have to determine their future.

Continuing with Sir Ken Robinson’s legacy of Creativity and Innovation, we believe in providing every child the opportunity to Reflect, Restore and Re-energise whilst encouraging them to discover their element.

We are a team of like minded individuals with extensive experience in mainstream and alternative education. We firmly believe in a culture of inclusion placing restorative practices at the heart of everything we do. We understand the needs of vulnerable children and use kindness, understanding and support to elevate their self esteem, confidence and resilience; ensuring they reach their full potential

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The Element Alternative Provision Team

Our Toolkits

We offer support for primary and secondary pupils. Our team have a wealth of experience in teaching, targeted interventions and implementing support for young people and their families. We use our skill set to target specific needs to help improve; attendance, learning and wellbeing to increase positive experiences, opportunities and outcomes. 

Curriculum ​

Curriculum ​

We adopt an exciting, thematic approach for our learners with a focus on developing creative learning habits. We do this in partnership with the home and school to ensure that our students always feel part of their school community. Inspired by working with Hywel Roberts, our curriculum builds and improves confidence, resilience, communication, determination, motivation and problem-solving skills. Learners gain valuable experiences in the world of work through our growing community partnerships.

TOMs​

TOMs​

The Therapy Outcome Measures (TOMs) is an outcome measure that allows our staff to identify the relative abilities and difficulties of a young person in the four domains of ‘impairment’, ‘activity’, ‘participation’ and ‘wellbeing’ in order to monitor the impact of our interventions over time.

RMT

RMT

We have staff trained to deliver Rhythmic Movement Therapy (RMT) which addresses the root cause of difficulties rather than creating strategies to deal with them. RMT supports maturity of the central nervous system with reflex integration and helps us to understand how the brain responds to stimuli. Everyone has challenges but they do not have to define us, nor do they have to remain challenges. When a young person has the foundations necessary to achieve, they will thrive and RMT can be instrumental in building these foundations.

Counselling

Counselling

We offer all young people talking therapy that involves sharing and discussing feelings, thoughts, and experiences. Sessions help young people make sense of what’s happening in their lives and find coping strategies when things get tough.

Speech And Language UK

Speech And Language UK

Our trained staff deliver the ‘Talk for Work’ programme as targeted intervention for young people in KS4. The programme prepares them for the world of work in an ever-changing society. They will practice communication skills that support employability such as; team working, time management and problem-solving.Young people complete workshops to enhance communication skills before delivering to an audience of local businesses.

Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

We support the emotional needs of pupils and have developed resources which recognise that social, emotional and mental health underpins learning and pupil well-being. We know young people learn more effectively and are happier in school if their emotional needs are recognised and supported.

Parent
St John Plessington

I’m made up that my son is at The Element.
In the past he’s struggled getting into school and
he’s getting loads of help now. The staff are so supportive and I love that they’re trying to get to know him and support his education

Hywel Roberts
Teacher – Writer – Speaker - Imagineer

Curriculum building is not something that can be just taken off a shelf and presented to pupils, it is something that needs to be designed for the humans in the room – teachers, support staff, and children. The Element Team have embraced genuine creative thinking. They have professionally explored the possibilities a curriculum can have and how curriculum experience can be adventurous, enlightening, challenging and joyous.

Parent
St John Plessington

The Element has changed our whole lives! You’re like the fairy godmothers but for school! The son we used to have, to the one we have now is completely different. His behaviour at home has improved no end, he is so calm, mature and able to have sensible conversations.
We can never thank you enough!

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For more information, please call us on 07308 530922, or contact us at element@hfcmat.com

If you are interested in finding out more about The Element and our service, or wish to discuss the individual needs of your pupils, then please contact us using the number or email above, or by filling out the form below. * Only schools or Local Education Authorities can make referrals.

Contact Details

Our Information

Director: Mr Paul McColgan
Head of Element: Mrs Andrea Deans

Head office

Maritime Knowledge Hub, Marine Technology  Park, Vanguard Way, Wirral, CH41 9HP

Opening hours

Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm.
Excluding bank holidays.

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