Families

At Garston Manor we have 14 family groups. Our Family structure is an integral part of pastoral care system in school. Each family is named after a tree.

Families meet every morning for 30 minutes to register and for ‘family time’ and every afternoon after lunch for 5 minutes to register. On Monday mornings we have a Praise Assembly, where family leaders celebrate and share achievements, both in and out of school about their family with the rest of the school. Each family has representatives on the School Council.

The family structure underpins the school ethos of students supporting each other, as family members would. To encourage teamwork even further Family groups also take part in sporting activities together.

Parents are encouraged to contact family leaders via email at: admin@garstonmanor.herts.sch.uk or by phoning the school office, if they wish to discuss any matters surrounding their children.

Family Groups

Mr N Obembe - Elm

Mrs A Jakubowska - Rowan

Mrs S Bryden-Smith/ Mrs L Tabraham - Willow

Mr P Steyn - Maple

Miss R Jones - Cedar

Mrs A Mills/Mrs E Campling - Pine

Mr T Wigmore - Ash

Mr A Hall - Spruce

Miss N Granger - Birch

Mrs N Wade - Oak

Mrs M Gura - Yew

Mrs R Garoosi - Larch

Mrs D Pop - Cherry

Mrs M Wieczorek - Hazel

Quotes

This year, we have accommodated 25 work experience students and work placement visitors for a total of 189 days.

The feedback we have had has been extremely positive, with comments such as:

“I felt very welcomed and included so thank you.”

“I really like coming here.”

“I have loved doing work experience at Garston Manor. I felt very welcomed and have gained lots of experience here, thank you!”

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here and have learned a great deal about special needs schools. The children are delightful and I hope to have an opportunity to return here in the future!”

“I love this school and ALL members of staff!”

“Fantastic experience. Thank you for allowing me to join your school for a short period.”

Garston Manor School