At The St Marylebone CE Bridge School (SMBS), our interdisciplinary team works together to support students across a range of developmental areas. Each professional brings specialised expertise, contributing to a collaborative approach that integrates therapeutic support seamlessly into the school day.

Our Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) team includes Sarah McKay (Head of Speech and Language Therapy & Interdisciplinary Support), Steph Moon, Chloe Rush, Rosie Anderson, and Tegan Rayland. They focus on helping students develop communication skills, including understanding and using language, social interaction, and functional communication. The team works closely with staff to embed strategies across the school day, ensuring every classroom supports effective communication.

Our Occupational Therapy (OT) service is led by India Ogun, who works in school two days per week as part of the Westminster OT Service. India supports students in developing practical skills for everyday life, focusing on fine motor abilities, sensory regulation, emotional regulation, and independence. She collaborates with staff to adapt classroom tasks and environments to meet individual needs, ensuring all students can engage fully with their learning.

Our Wellbeing Team, made up of Judy Cardoso (Head of Wellbeing and Designated Safeguarding Lead) and Anthea Gordon (Wellbeing Practitioner), focuses on promoting emotional and mental health. They provide programmes such as mindfulness and activities that help students build self-awareness, manage emotions, and feel secure. The team also works directly with families, offering advice and strategies to support wellbeing beyond the school day.

Our Behaviour Support and Mentoring Team, led by Leslie Mitchell (Behaviour Lead) and supported by Remely Rodriguez (HLTA for Inclusion), plays a central role in creating a positive and supportive learning environment. They deliver the Protective Behaviours programme, teaching students to recognise and respond to feelings of discomfort or unsafe situations. By supporting self-regulation and encouraging positive interactions, the team helps students feel safe and confident.

In addition to the core team, we work closely with external therapists and agencies to provide creative and therapeutic support:

• Art Therapist: Available on Fridays for individual sessions.
• Drama Therapist: Delivered by MIND.
• Therapeutic Art: Group art sessions using the Beattie Method delivered by AT The Bus, held on Wednesdays and Thursdays, supporting emotional wellbeing and self-expression.

Together, we are committed to empowering every student to thrive. Our integrated, trauma-informed approach reflects the natural overlap between disciplines, ensuring that students benefit from holistic, coordinated support tailored to their individual needs.