The difference it makes

M’s behaviour has considerably improved over the past 5 months – he seems much more emotionally stable and better equipped to deal with everyday challenges.  If feels like our little boy is back!

Just wanted to say a ‘MASSIVE THANKY YOU’ for all your support from working with A to advice and guidance you have given me through phone calls, meetings etc

Having worked with a child for the last 9 months, I can see a real change in her ability to communicate.  She seems calmer and has made huge progress.

Valuable to have someone who is not part of the school and who can see things through a fresh pair of eyes.  For T, was good for him to have someone from outside to get to know and build trust with, he always looked forward to his ‘Lesley days’.  For us, has helped to have someone get to know T and see beyond the issues he has at school – Lesley’s input has helped both us and the school better understand how he thinks and how we can help him.

Your communication and rapport with the children is incredible.  You have had a huge impact on the children you work with within our school.  The children feel safe when they are with you and all have said they enjoy the sessions that they have with you.

Really professional service and thought provoking feedback, which impacts the way teachers and other staff support some very complex children, helping them to view situations in school from the child’s perspective.

To Lesley I had a lovely time with you! Thank you for helping me think about my emotions

M said that Lesley was kind and absolutely wonderful.  She really enjoyed her time with you.  M also said how amazing and kind you were and would like to see you more!  Thank you for making her happy

M really enjoyed the sessions he talked about them and how much he liked you and the activities.

A said that Lesley was kind and absolutely wonderful.  She really enjoyed her time with you.  A also said how amazing and kind you were and would like to see you more!  Thank you for making her happy

Lesley – You have been a lovely addition to COPES.  I really enjoy your warmth, enthusiasm, humour and questioning mind.  You’ve picked up a lot of new training in a short time and formed good relationships with everyone you’ve come into contact with.  I’m looking forward to developing new areas of work with you.  I’m very impressed with your range of skills and interest and how you’ve handled some of your life experiences.  Carry on doing what you’re doing!