Grangehurst Primary School

Learning Mentors work with children to remove barriers to learning.

Learning Mentor:  Mrs L.Ward

What is a Learning Mentor? Our learning mentor, Mrs Ward is not classroom-based and is not a teacher. Instead, her role is to support children so they can achieve their full potential.

Learning Mentors work closely with pupils, parents, school staff and outside agencies to:

• Identify barriers to learning that may be affecting a child's progress.
• Develop stratergies to help overcome those challenges.
• Provide a safe, supportive space where children can talk openly about worries or difficulties.

Children often find it helpful to talk with someone who is not directly involved in their everyday school life or family. This support can make a real difference to their confidence, wellbeing, and ability to thrive in school. 

Why do children need Learning Mentors?

• Low motivation.
• Struggling in class.
• Low self-esteem.
• Difficulties at home.
• Behaviour.
• Poor attendance/punctuality.
• Bereavement or other loss.
• Friendship issues/bullying.
• Moving to a new school.

Mrs Ward's Core Responsibilities:

• Identify barriers to learning – such as low confidence, poor attendance, social/emotional issues, or difficulties at home.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support – offering encouragement, guidance, and strategies to help students engage with schoolwork.
• Support the wellbeing of students 

How does your child access the Mentoring Programme?
There are several ways to access the Mentoring Programme:

• Usually, a child is referred to Mrs Ward by their teacher or another adult working with that child.
• A child can ask to see Mrs Ward.
• Parents can contact their child's class teacher to discuss if mentoring would be helpful for their child.

If your child has been referred to Mrs Ward, you will be contacted prior to them starting the Mentoring Programme.