Nursery Integration for 5 yr old

Archie was 5 years old when Aurelie began working with him in the nursery. Archie had

complex needs and was finding it challenging to regulate himself in the nursery environment

and staff were finding it hard to support him effectively. Aurelie worked intensively with staff

to model strategies and to create routines for him. She used visuals and simple predictable

routines that included movement breaks. The staff worked really well with Aurelie and

adopted the strategies that she suggested. She visited weekly and offered advice, modelled

group work and made resources as was needed.

Aurelie also met up with Archie’s mum every couple of months and worked on supports in

the home. These supports included helping him to recognise his emotions and strategies to

regulate these. She also provided instruction visuals to support outings and help him to

follow guidance that kept him safe. Moreover, she attended regular CPMs, that enabled

there to be a joint approach at nursery and home.

When it was time for Archie to go to Primary 1, Aurelie helped with an enhanced transition.

When he started attending school, she continued to visit his class and meet with his mum

regularly. His parents found the support of great value and continue to use strategies to this

day.