One Education: Putting Children First

We use our knowledge of child development, psychological theory and research, and our breadth of experience to enhance the learning and emotional wellbeing of children and young people.

We ensure children are at the centre of what we do by collaborating with parents and carers and a range of professionals, as well as working directly with children and young people. We are passionate about applying high- quality psychology to make a positive difference.We offer you a child-centred service that is evidence-based and quality-assured. All our educational psychologists are Health Professions Council registered, attend regular supervision and keep their skills and knowledge up to date. We help education professionals to find creative solutions in the most difficult situations.

Our educational psychologists have the breadth of experience to offer a high-quality generic service, as well as the expertise to provide highly specialist assessments, interventions and training. We also use our extensive research skills to support small-scale investigatory or developmental research projects within settings to affect practice and make an impact.

A school was finding it difficult to support a pupil with a diagnosis of autism and a history of severe social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. The One Education educational psychologist in the school one day a week became an ‘objective professional’ in meetings between distressed parents and stressed school staff. She completed observations, attended review meetings, consulted with parents and staff and met with the young person, and a different explanation for the young person’s extreme behaviour began to emerge. The school described a “moment of epiphany” when they received a different perspective on the child’s complex needs as well as practical strategies to implement immediately. Within a short amount of time the school noticed positive changes in the young person and the relationship between home and school.