Pastoral Care & Wellbeing | Co-educational School Berkshire

At Crosfields, pastoral care is rooted in knowing every child as an individual. The school’s values create a culture where pupils feel happy, kind, confident and successful, and where wellbeing sits at the heart of daily school life. Children’s voices help shape the Crosfields experience, as the school continually listens and evolves based on their ideas. A thriving House system strengthens each pupil’s sense of belonging, while tools such as the confidential “worry button” ensure pupils can access support whenever needed.

Championing pupil voice and community wellbeing

Crosfields nurtures not only its pupils but its whole community. Through a partnership with Tooled Up Education, pupils, families and staff benefit from high-quality wellbeing resources. Leadership opportunities are embedded from Year 7 to Year 11, with Form Representatives contributing to the School Council. A wide range of committees, including digital, eco, sports, academic, arts, food and wellbeing, meet regularly to drive improvements, sharing their progress at the termly Pupil Leadership Summit, reinforcing transparency and pupil voice.

Wellbeing at the heart of school life

Crosfields’ values and ASPIRE learning behaviours shape a mindset that helps every child thrive. An exceptional pastoral team ensures pupils feel known, supported and encouraged each day. Tutors act as each child’s “school parent,” while Heads of Houses foster strong connections across the school. Specialist support from ELSA-trained staff and the school’s Mental Health Practitioner provides additional expertise when needed. Together, these roles create a nurturing environment that supports emotional wellbeing, confidence and personal growth.

A warm welcome for every family

From their very first interaction, families experience Crosfields’ warmth and authenticity. Shared values unite parents, pupils and staff, shaping a community built on kindness and genuine connection. This welcoming ethos enhances the strong sense of belonging created through the school’s pastoral care, leadership opportunities and culture of inclusion. Crosfields’ commitment to understanding and supporting every child ensures that all families feel truly at home and part of the wider school community.