Multi Schools Council Meeting - March 2025
Multi Schools Council (MSC) visit
On Friday 14 March, St Francis were delighted to host the Multi Schools Council meeting for Maldon. During the meeting, chaired by Amy Gair from MSC and accompanied by a BSL Interpreter and Essex’s SEND Engagement Officer, our school representatives were asked to contribute their ideas and suggestions on several important matters:
- What would help you and your friends to attend school, particularly in times of anxiety or poor mental health?
- What would help more young people feel safe online?
- ADHD – How can we raise more awareness? What would you like to know?
The St Francis pupils showed maturity, curiosity and compassion throughout the meeting and did St Francis proud. Our visitors were impressed with their knowledge and understanding of emotional regulation and strategies to support mental wellbeing.
The minutes for the meeting will be shared amongst Essex headteachers, SENCOs and Education Psychologists, ensuring our pupils’ voices are heard across the county and beyond.
St Francis are keen to host more meetings in the future and to encourage the participation of other local primary schools.
Hayley Kingsford
