Creative Support Programme
EARLY HELP FOR CHILDREN IN THE COMMUNITY
Private Support for Families
TARGETED SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN (AGE 5 - 11)
Creative, sensory-informed wellbeing support for primary school aged children. Sessions are booked directly by parents and carers, and are separate from school-commissioned provision.​​​
What to Expect
SUPPORT OFFERED & STRUCTURE
Private sessions offer children a calm, structured space to explore emotions, build regulation skills and develop confidence through creative and sensory-informed activities.
Sessions follow a gentle, consistent structure designed to help children feel safe and settled.
Each session typically includes:
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a calm welcome and check-in
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creative expression such as drawing or story telling
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simple sensory or grounding activities to support regulation
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a clear and reassuring ending
Sessions are child-led and flexible, while remaining predictable and contained. We are committed to emotionally meeting and supporting the child, at their current internal state. Creative Support is a gentle, non-intrusive approach, where children are not pressured to talk, but supported at their own pace.
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This support is a non-diagnostic and focused on emotional wellbeing rather than assessment or treatment.
CREATION
Creative & Artistic Expression
Children may use drawing and simple creative materials to express thoughts and feelings in a way that feels safe and accessible, particularly when words are hard to find.​
REGULATION
Sensory & Grounding Activities
Gentle, optimal movement or sensory-based activities may be used to help children notice and settle their bodies, supporting emotional regulation and a sense of calm.
RELAXATION
Imaginative Storytelling & Play
Imaginative social stories and guided creative play may be used to support emotional understanding, resilience and problem-solving, allowing children to reflect and learn at their own pace.
How Sessions Work
CREATIVITY AND IMAGINATION FOR CHILD WELLNESS
Who this Support is for
GENTLE, CHILD-LED APPROACH
This creative wellbeing support may be helpful for children and young people who may:
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Experience big emotions and find them hard to express verbally
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Feel anxious, overwhelmed, withdrawn or emotionally unsettled at times
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Struggle with confidence, self-esteem or social situations
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Show signs of emotional stress linked to school, friendships or life changes
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Find traditional talking approaches difficult or inaccessible
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Benefit from creative, sensory or imagination-based ways of exploring feelings
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Support is gentle, child-led and non-diagnostic. It focuses on emotional understanding, regulation and confidence, rather than labelling or behaviour management.
Sessions are suitable for children who benefit from early, supportive intervention, whether or not they have formal diagnosis or SEN status.
Location
WHERE DO SESSIONS TAKE PLACE?
Sessions are delivered in a calm, private clinical setting at:
Edgware Community Hospital
Burnt Oak Broadway
Edgware
HA8 0AD
The space is quiet, accessible and suitable for children and families.
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Creative Support (12 week programme) held at Edgware Community Hospital, can be booked directly by parents or carers. No school or GP referral required.
This community provision is separate from school-commissioned support, while aligned with school routines and systems. ​
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Sessions are by appointment only
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Appointments are offered during term-time
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Parents and carers remain responsible for regular attendance and transport (to support predictability, safety and routine)
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Full location details and access details are provided upon booking
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Sessions take place in a professional healthcare setting and follow clear consent and confidentiality procedures.
Read our Safeguarding and Professional Practice Policy.
Is Creative Support the right choice for my child?
Information & Agreement
PRE-BOOKING FORM
Before sessions are scheduled, parents and carers are asked to complete this short online form.
This helps ensure that Creative Support is safe, appropriate and well-suited to your child's needs.
This form:
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Collects relevant background, health and wellbeing information to assess suitability​
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Explains how Creative Support is structured, including goals, boundaries and expectations
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Clarifies parental responsibilities and practical arrangements
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Records informed consent in line with professional and safeguarding standards
Completion of this form does not guarantee a place. If Creative Support is suitable, a booking link and payment details will be provided. All information is kept strictly confidential, securely stored, and managed in full compliance with GDPR and UK data protection requirements.