Torlands Academy

🎄🌿 Forest School Festive Creativity!

This week our students crafted beautiful Christmas wreaths using natural materials gathered in the woodland. A calming, hands-on session that nurtures creativity, wellbeing & connection to nature. This is all central to our Torlands approach.

#CreativeLearning

🌊🦀 Forest School Beach Clean at Man Sands

Our Forest School students did a fantastic job caring for the coastline at Man Sands, collecting litter & protecting local wildlife. A brilliant example of teamwork, responsibility & living our Torlands values in action.

#BeachClean #ForestSchool

🌊🪨 Inspired by Andy Goldsworthy, our Forest School students crafted this beautiful stone circle at Man Sands.

Experiences like this build calm, creativity and connection with nature, key to the Torlands approach.

#ForestSchool #WaveMAT #OutdoorLearning

🌟 Find Support Through Devon’s Family Hubs

Family Hubs bring together local services for children, young people, and families, including support for those with SEND.

Stay updated by reading the latest Family Hub newsletter here by visiting the Devon Family Hubs website 👉 bit.ly/3KDKuds

Change, transition and SEND - Devon Information Advice and Support Information for parent carers about change and transition for children and young people with SEND, including tips and strategies.

🌈 New DiAS Guidance on Supporting Children with SEND Through Change

DiAS has released helpful new advice for families navigating transitions from new school years to big life changes.

A great resource for supporting stability, confidence and wellbeing.

Check it out 👉 bit.ly/48fnz19

Young Devon | Changing the odds in favour of young people We are proud to be able to support so many young people across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay. We have been finding new and different ways to help young people thrive for over 70 years and are passionate ...

New Mental Health Support for Young People

Young Devon has launched MyWay, a new service offering counselling,CBT, wellbeing convos&instant digital support through Kooth. Designed with young people, it’s open to 8–25s, including those with SEND, across Devon.

👉 Find out more&sign up bit.ly/4asgKuB

Devon Connect - Connecting Communities in Devon. Devon Connect is an online platform for communities across Devon. Members can use it to find or add events, services and volunteering opportunities.

🌟Short Breaks offer inclusive SEND family activities for SEND families. Children grow in confidence & try new things.

📅 Coming up:
• Japanese Culture Day – Exeter, 24 Jan 2026
• Beach & Nature Day – Ruda, 14 Mar 2026
• Dartmoor Basecamp – Pixies Holt, 16–19 Feb

👉 bit.ly/4rx56oq

🌿🦆 Forest School at Stover Park

This week our students explored the beautiful wildlife of Stover Park, spotting birds and immersing themselves in nature. Hands-on experiences like these build curiosity, wellbeing & confidence.

#ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #TorlandsAcademy

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🎓 Torlands Academy at Plymouth University

Our students recently visited Plymouth Uni for an inspiring look at future pathways & careers. Experiences like this support our medical provision by building confidence, motivation & aspirations.

#TorlandsAcademy #FutureGoals #WaveMAT

📣 Free SEND Events This November

Devon Information Advice & Support (DiAS) are offering free online sessions this month, including Making Sense of SEND & Making Sense of EHC Plans. A great chance for parents to gain clarity, confidence, and support.

Check it out bit.ly/49H3Msu

📣 Workshop: Supporting a Child with ADHD

Parents & carers - join this friendly, practical online workshop from FACE Family Advice to gain tools, strategies & confidence to support children with ADHD at home & school.

👉 Book via facefamilyadvice.co.uk
#ADHDSupport #ParentWorkshop #TorlandsCommunity

🌊🦈 Huge well done to our Forest School students for their amazing beach clean at Scabbacombe! Along the way, they discovered and logged a Nursehound egg case with the Shark Trust, protecting wildlife and our coast. 👏 #BeachClean #SharkTrust #TorlandsOutdoors

Parents and carers invited to help shape the way funding is allocated to children with EHCPs - News Last month, we explained that we're reviewing the way that funding is allocated to children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans, (EHCPs).

📢 Parents & Carers – Have Your Say on EHCP Funding

We’re reviewing how funding is allocated to children with EHCPs and want your input. Join an online workshop on 22 or 23 September, or complete the survey to share your views.

👉 Details & booking: bit.ly/4nwC3i3

#SEND #EHCP #ParentVoice

Hello Summer and hello to Devon Information Advice & Support Summer Newsletter Edition! Packed with news events and info.

Read it here 👉 content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKD...

#SupportingDevon #SENDdevon #SupportingSEND

📈🐑 Check out this fantastic KS3 work! One of our students created a brilliant graph story about Fleece Lightning, the fastest racing sheep around! A great blend of maths, storytelling, and creativity. Well done! #TorlandsLearning #GraphStory #CreativeMaths

🎉 SEND Family Fun Day Alert!

Join a fantastic FREE day out for families of children with SEND – packed with activities, support info and fun!

📍Check it out & book here: bit.ly/4kMGnrP

#SENDSupport #FamilyFun #TorlandsCommunity

🎭✨ Yesterday, our students explored puppetry and crafted their own versions of Queen Mab! A creative, hands-on session full of imagination! Activities like this enrich learning, build confidence, and offer new ways to express ideas and emotions. #TorlandsEnrichment #CreativeLearning

🦀 Crabbing at Teignmouth!

Yesterday, Torlands students enjoyed a brilliant hands-on session crabbing at Teignmouth. Activities like this support our students by boosting confidence, well-being, and connection to nature #TorlandsOutdoors

📣 Parents & Staff — Don’t miss the July FACE newsletter!

FACE offers friendly, practical online talks (90 mins via Zoom) for parents across the UK.

👉 Book now at: facefamilyadvice.co.uk (PARENTS page)

🌿 A joyful moment captured at Elberry Cove, Torbay. One of our students wearing their handmade spring headwear! Experiences like this build confidence, creativity & connection with nature, reflecting our commitment to holistic, therapeutic education. #TorlandsOutdoors #WaveMAT #CreativeLearning

🍃🎨 Last week at Torlands Forest School, students got creative in the Teign Valley with beautiful Hapa Zome print making—hammering leaves and flowers into fabric to reveal natural dyes and patterns. A perfect blend of art and nature! #ForestSchool #HapaZome #OutdoorLearning

🔬 At Merrivale, students combined creativity and science by modelling finch beaks with different foods while exploring how temperature affects yeast respiration. A hands-on way to investigate evolution and biology in action! #STEMLearning #WaveMAT #TorlandsScience #HandsOnScience

🌲 Forest School at Steps Bridge!

Our students had a fantastic time exploring the Teign Valley, relaxing in hammocks, and playing classic Pooh sticks at the river. A joyful day connecting with nature and friends! #ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #TorlandsAdventure

New summer dates for free 'Making Sense of SEND' training - News Devon Information Advice and Support (DiAS) offer training to help parent carers understand some of the most important information and the most useful skills

Devon DiAS Sessions for Parents

Join ‘Making Sense of SEND’ sessions from Devon Information Advice and Support (DiAS) to gain key skills and confidence in supporting children with SEND. Online via Teams or in person. Details on the DiAS website. #SENDSupport

👉 bit.ly/4jXM1ag

🦀 Forest School Crabbing Adventure!

Our Forest School students had an amazing time crabbing at Teignmouth—so many crabs spotted! A brilliant hands-on session connecting with nature, building curiosity & making unforgettable memories. Well done, everyone! #ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning

🌬️🪁 Forest School Adventure!

Yesterday, our students took their handmade kites to Bonehill Rocks, Dartmoor and watched them soar! A fantastic day of creativity, teamwork, and outdoor learning—living our Torlands values in the heart of nature. #ForestSchool #TorlandsAdventure

Welcome to this bumper Spring issue of the DIAS newsletter.
Read it here: bit.ly/3GsI9zI

🌿🎨 Amazing Craftwork! 🎨🌿

Our outreach student’s creativity shines in these beautiful wicker displays, made with everyday items like cotton buds, buttons, & eyeshadow! His dedication reflects our school values of resilience and creativity. Incredible work 👏 #TorlandsTalent #CreativityInAction

Torlands Summer Reading Challenge launches today! Can you read 10 books by authors from or set in different regions before the school year ends? A fun way to explore new stories, celebrate diverse voices, and inspire a lifelong love of reading! #ReadingForJoy