Solihull Educational Psychology Service
Welcome to the Solihull Educational Psychology Service. Below you will find information about who we are, what we do, how we work and how you can contact us.
Who we are
Solihull Educational Psychology Service is a community based service and aims to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Our shared vision guides us in how we will work together with you. The work of the service is linked with the five outcomes of Every Child Matters, with a particular focus on three strands of work:
- Stay Safe - namely anti-bullying and preventing violent extremism
- Mentally and Emotionally Healthy - including school anxiety
- Enjoy and Achieve with Learning
What we do
Psychology is about the relationship between thoughts feelings and behaviour. Educational Psychologists apply psychology within the educational system and the community. We promote lifelong development, emotional well-being and satisfying lives for children, young people and their families.
Educational Psychology is a Service in which professionally trained psychologists are held accountable for service practice. Psychologists have an obligation to maintain fitness to practice and keep knowledge and skills up to date to ensure high standards.
We work with:
- Individuals (0-19 years of age) and groups of children and young people and their parents or carers.
- Educational establishments and adults who care for and educate children and young people
- Local officers and practitioners promoting the use of psychological models in cultural and community contexts.
We provide the following services:
Our current priorities for parents/carers and the wider children's workforce across education, health and social care, involve the following activities:- Consultation and advice
- Psychological assessments and interventions
- Professional development and training
- Research and evaluation
How we work
Solihull Educational Psychology Service is able to be accessed by all members of the community. This is done via:
Our current news sheet details what educational psychology is, the work we have been engaged in the previous year and our plans for this year.
How to contact us
Telephone: 0121 770 6030
Fax: 0121 770 7608
Email: educationalpsychology@solihull.gov.uk