The Element

Testimonials

“I like coming to The Element because I feel calm and think I learn better.

I have a timetable that was worked out for me so I know that I can do my best. I get on well with the staff there because they get me.

Year 10 pupil –

St Mary’s Catholic College

“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!”

Parent 

St John Plessington Cahtolic College

Schools are places that need to be created with children at the heart of all they do

The Element does this in abundance with Restorative Practice embedded throughout. Every child deserves a champion, with adults who have unwavering belief in them. At The Element children have the best foundation to thrive, learn, and flourish. 

Mark Finnis

– Expert in restorative practice in education

“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”.

Parent

St John Plessington Catholic College

“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.”

Hywel Roberts 

– Teacher – Writer – Speaker – Imagineer