Therapeutic Support

Our approach

Our approach is that we will provide whatever therapy is required, in accordance with the Therapists’ professional Codes of Conduct, to reduce identified barriers to learning. Not all of our pupils will need therapy programmes, but our experience is that most children with complex needs make better learning progress if their therapeutic needs are properly understood and addressed.

The Therapies we provide

The therapies we normally provide are Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Psychotherapy (such as Art or Music Therapy). Working with animals can also be very therapeutic, and we provide opportunities for this where approriate.

Integrating therapy into the individual's curriculum

All Therapy programmes will be integrated into each child’s curriculum, and our staff teams will support this by incorporating therapy exercises or routines into pupils’ daily programmes, in accordance with the professional therapist’s guidance. Where appropriate, the relevant therapists will provide written reports for pupil's Annual Reviews, and if applicable will attend the Review.

How we allocate Therapy programmes

Therapy is allocated according to the needs stated in each child’s EHCP; subject to the professional assessment by the Therapist concerned. In practice, some EHCPs do not include any therapy requirements, even though it would be highly beneficial to the child. In these circumstances we will provide the therapy anyway, always in accordance with the relevant professional Code of Conduct. All therapy costs are provided for within the fees for a place at the school, so there is no requirement for any therapy fees authorisation process.

Liaison with Parents / Carers, and with CAMHS

We will liaise closely with the Parent / Carer / Therapists regarding any therapy programme, and where the Therapist deems it appropriate, the Parent / Carer may also be involved in the therapy sessions. We will also liaise with CAMHS as required, and as appropriate.

"Maypole is a lovely place to work. You are so helpful and supportive, and you choose good people to work here."

^{Occupational Therapist, July 2026}

"Honestly you've been so supportive (at) Maypole ... I've not seen another school like it. I'm so pleased we picked this school ... (my Son) has got supportive people around him, and now I think there is hope. Thank you!"

^{Parent of a Student on a Pathways to Employment placement, June 2026}

"I love working with Maypole School, there is such a positive energy. You’ve got so many good staff, upbeat and hard-working even when it’s tough. I am really impressed."

^{Educational Psychologist, June 2026}

"Leaders work closely with specialists, including speech and language and occupational therapists, producing individualised integrated therapy programmes that complement pupils' EHCP targets."