A month in the life of our Yeovil Champion, Natasha

I have participated in the Special Educational Needs (SEN) meetings as a Champion, where we have positively addressed the critical need for early support before preschool. I had a productive meeting with the Yeovil Health Visiting team and the FOREST pilot team to discuss enhancing collaboration on SEN provisions and improving early conversations with parents.

During discussions on transitions from preschool to primary and from primary to secondary school, I have identified valuable opportunities to strengthen cooperation between the health and education sectors. By leveraging community hubs, we are creating meaningful relationships with local families.

I have connected with Able2Achieve, an adult learning charity, to initiate a promising project focusing on alternative provisions, including community gardening activities. This initiative is a great step toward enhancing local engagement.

Additionally, I’m working on the Fairmead Sensory Garden, which aims to foster relationships with community groups and local businesses while also encouraging parental involvement in creating an enriching outdoor learning space.

I am also working with Ilchester School and Tall Trees Community Centre on building relationships with Yeovilton families.