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Category: Therapeutic spaces in schools

Precious spaces in schools, how can we make them work for everyone?

The aim of this post is to consider the value of small rooms in schools with the intention of starting … More

Designing therapeutic spaces in schools 5: the corridor and the cupboard, a case study

After several years of working with children in a busy primary school corridor, two teaching assistants trained in emotional literacy … More

comfort, confidentiality, privacy, safety, therapeutic spaces

Designing therapeutic spaces in schools 4: how to create a space from scratch

Here, I offer a practical perspective on creating a therapeutic space in a school, with comments from people who have … More

acoustic privacy; visual privacy; comfort; access for all; safety; security; stability; Louise Bomber; Hertzberger, design, environment, School, space

Designing therapeutic spaces in schools 3: how to communicate safety, security and stability

It is important to be aware that open-plan formats are not that helpful for these pupils. Let’s recognise how that … More

acoustic privacy; visual privacy; comfort; access for all; safety; security; stability; Louise Bomber; Hertzberger, Mary Medd; time; freedom of movement;

Designing therapeutic spaces in schools 2: four principles supporting their success

As adults, were we to visit a therapist or counsellor, it would be hard to imagine sitting in an open-plan … More

safety; attachment; therapy rooms; therapeutic spaces; counselling; trust; rhythms; time; qualities of spaces

Designing therapeutic spaces in schools 1: an introduction

The design of spaces in schools for therapeutic purposes is the focus of this series of posts. These are spaces … More

architecture, attachment; therapy rooms; therapeutic spaces; safety, counselling; trust; qualities of spaces; inclusion; exclusion; isolation; educational psychology; emotional support;, design, education, School, space, UK

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