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Education Other Than at School – EOTAS

EOTAS stands for Education Otherwise than at School. All children, regardless of their circumstances, are entitled to a full-time education which is suitable to their age, ability, aptitude, and any special educational needs they may have. The Council has a duty under section 436A of the Education Act 1996 to identify children who are of compulsory […]

Educational Psychology

Educational Psychology is the practice of applying psychological theories and ideas to the difficulties that can arise for pupils, teachers, families and schools. The Educational Psychologists in Cognus work with children and young people (0-25 years), families, schools and other practitioners to encourage the educational and social development and emotional well-being of children and young […]

Educational Psychology – for Parents and Carers

Educational psychology is the practice of applying psychological theories and ideas to the difficulties that can arise for pupils, teachers, families and schools. Educational Psychologists (EPs) apply psychology in their work. They work with families, schools, and young people. They support young people’s learning, development, and emotional wellbeing from age 0-25. EPs have in-depth knowledge, […]

Elective Home Education

Elective Home Education (EHE) is a term used to describe a choice by parents to provide education for their children at home – or at home and in some other way that they choose, rather than sending them to school. Parents have a responsibility to make sure that their child is educated. Most children attend […]

Family and Children Engagement

Cognus staff want to work together with families. We know how important feeling listened to, supported and understood is. Below are the ways we work with and listen to feedback from young people and families: Cognus Family Voice Membership: Commitment: For more information or to get involved please email: familyvoice@cognus.org.uk #CognusandProud Family Focus newsletter Sign […]

Forms

Please click on the links below to download the forms. If you have any questions about completing the forms, please email ep.service@cognus.org.uk School request for Educational Psychology involvement 2023-2024 COGNUS 2023-2024 Order Form

How EPs support professional development in schools, services and organisations

• EPs deliver training to parents, teachers, teaching assistants, other professionals and students to support key areas. Please click on the link to the CPD training menu.• EPs provide supervision to professionals such as ELSA, CPD supervision groups, teachers, TAs or senior leadership.• EPs deliver therapeutic intervention to individual children or groups such as cognitive […]

Local Offer

Sutton’s Local Offer Website: for all your SEND information needs. The Local Offer has two key purposes:• To provide clear and accessible information about the support and opportunities available locally. These include education, health and social care.• To make provision more responsive to local needs and hopes. This includes involving children and young people with […]

Mental Health Support Team (MHST)

The MHST (Mental Health Support Team) provides health support services within the school setting to a range of schools who are part of the cluster. The team is a collaboration between professionals from the Educational Psychology Service and Sutton CAMHS and sits within the wider Education Wellbeing Service. The MHST aims to enhance emotional well-being […]

Podcasts

Cognus’ Education Untapped podcast provides educationalists and parents/carers with monthly guidance and information to support young people’s learning and wellbeing. All episodes will draw upon current educational and clinical practice and will provide you with useful strategies to use in the classroom and at home.