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1. Supporting the day-to-day environment
Everyone feels Everyone feels
physically safe emotionally safe
We’re not worried about being in Here is a pleasant place to be.
physical or emotional danger.
People around me are kind,
We all feel sure that we’re thoughtful and friendly.
absolutely safe. The place is interesting enough
to keep my brain busy whilst
We trust that adults will keep it calm enough for me not to feel
this way. overwhelmed.
Everyone is able to learn and achieve well each day
People talk and act in ways which mean we can all learn, study and play at our best.
When I need to focus, the area in which I am working is calm, quiet and organised enough to let
me do so. At other times, it is exciting and invigorating enough to keep my interest and enthusiasm.
