Therapy Animals

Studies have shown that the presence of companion animals can improve the well-being of children and lower anxiety levels, simply by making the environment happier and more enjoyable. 

Other benefits include: 

• Cognitive – companionship with a dog stimulates memory, problem-solving and game-playing
• Social – a dog provides a positive mutual topic for discussion, encourages responsibility, wellbeing and focused interaction with others
• Emotional – a school dog improves self-esteem, acceptance from others and lifts mood, often provoking laughter and fun. Dogs can also teach compassion and respect for other living things as well as relieving anxiety.
• Physical – interaction with a furry friend reduces blood pressure, and provides tactile stimulation
• Environmental – a dog in a school increases the sense of a family environment, with all of the above benefits continuing long after the school day is over.

We are very fortunate to have several companion animals regularly visit the school, please see their biopics for more information.

Mabel

Stan

Panda Pug

Hopefully there is enough love in these wonderful dogs for all our students to enjoy.

Please read this information from various sources which we have considered when inviting dogs into our school.