Keeping parents and community members involved in the educational process is the key to student success
Student Wellbeing
At the BAS we not only look after the academic progress and achievement of our children and students but also regard emotional, physical health and wellbeing as a top priority. As such we have developed and established a network of support, advice and care that enables children to flourish emotionally and socially, which will, in turn, help them to thrive academically.
There is a fully trained school nurse who is available throughout the school day to assist should a child fall ill or have an accident and become physically injured or hurt.
Effective parent involvement in our schools enriches the educational experience of our children
School Nurse
The school nurse works proactively and with promotion of student health. During the school day, students can contact the nurse for medical advice regarding minor injuries. Students are encouraged to consult the school nurse when they are concerned about their own health or the health of a friend.
A school doctor is available when needed. If parents/ guardians should have any health questions related to the school situation, the nurse is available. The nurse is bound by a confidentiality clause concerning all sensitive student health issues.
School Counselling
The role of the student counselor is to offer guidance to students who have private problems or school issues that are a hindrance to their academic performance at school.
The student counselor can also give advice to mentors about a plan of action for individual students at risk. Like the school nurse, the student counselor is bound by a confidentiality clause concerning all sensitive student issues.
Special Educational Needs
BAS has direct access to the support of a special educational needs teachers whose offices are located in the school building.
Some children need more support than others in managing their schoolwork. These needs may have physical, mental and social causes – they may be temporary needs or something that the student requires help with throughout their time at school.
It is the head of school who decides what kind of support a student needs and makes sure that the school draws up an action plan.
Health Checks/Health Talks
Health checks are carried out systematically in Sweden at specific grade levels. Parents are asked to complete a health questionnaire and also attend a meeting with the nurse/doctor at regular intervals. In addition, children are screened for visual and hearing impairment as well.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations are carried out in Sweden by the schools during primary school education (grades kindergarten-Grade Ten) where children attend.
Pastoral Care
When students join the school, their year group is divided into smaller form groups, led by a Form Tutor. This tutor’s role is to oversee individual students’ progress and acts as an essential link between student, teacher and parent and should always be a parent’s first point of contact with the school. The tutor team is headed up by Heads of Year, who work with these tutors and the Deputy Head, Pastoral Care, to be sure that all our students are well cared for.
Our Specialist Staff
The BAS aims to be an inclusive school and our highly experienced Additional Educational Needs staff, work with students to ensure that students’ individual needs are supported appropriately.
