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Nurture group

A small, structured class in a mainstream school for pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs, focusing on building relationships and skills.

Used in
All four UK nations (details may differ)
Topic
SEND and special education

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SEMH (Social, emotional and mental health) England
One of the four areas of need: difficulties such as anxiety, depression, attachment difficulties or behaviours linked to unmet emotional needs.

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