Meet Alex

East London School Outreach

Before Joining TCES East London School Outreach

Prior school attendance 98.89%
Alex was excluded multiple times
Alex has severe SEMH needs
Alex could not work independently without distracting others, distracting himself and losing focus on tasks
He used sexualised language often with the aim to shock
Indicator of post-traumatic stress (PTSD)
Found it difficult to engage in group activities and interact with peers
Alex had a poor self-image and had low self-esteem

January 2023 – Started at TCES East London School Outreach

Alex attended wellbeing coaching sessions and therapeutic sessions with his Therapeutic Integration Practitioner
Alex now has a good awareness of his emotions and can articulate these well when calm
Alex is gifted and talented in performing arts (outstanding singer and actor) which he uses as conduit to education I.E reading plays to access English and ignite his interest.
Following a period of rapport building and engagement, Alex began to access educational provisions.
Alex passed his functional skills Maths and English exams in 2024.
Alex’s behaviour levelled off and became consistent, he now responds to firm boundaries, opportunities to talk through concerns, and sets achievable targets.
By the end of Alex’s time at ELSO, his attendance was outstanding.
Alex responds well to structured conversations about the things going on in his life.

September 2025 – Stepped Down into TCES East London School