Inscape House School recognised for exceptional animal assisted intervention program at Educate Awards
Last Friday, Inscape House School was acknowledged for its exceptional Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) work, earning a runner-up position in the SEND Provision Award – Specialist School category of the Educate Awards, sponsored by SENDSCOPE.
Head Teacher, Hannah Stollar, expressed her pride in being recognised for the significant impact of AAI on the students:
AAI is a therapeutic approach that leverages the interaction with animals to support mental, physical, social, and emotional development. The type of animal used in therapy varies based on the child's needs, and can include horses, dogs, guinea pigs, rabbits, and reptiles.
Led by award-winning AAI Practitioner, Danielle Eaton, Inscape House School offers regular AAI sessions. Danielle ensures the safety and wellbeing of the animals while targeting specific areas of development with the students.
The present AAI animal team includes guinea pigs Patch and Pandora, tortoises Davey and Simba, Stitch the Bearded dragon, hamsters Nibble and Nugget, and Shabba the support dog.
“AAI is more than just spending time with animals. It involves activities like walking, brushing, petting, and caring for an animal, all directed towards fulfilling therapeutic goals,” shares Danielle.
A big cheer for the Inscape House School team!
