Diamond FamiliesTestimonials
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Diamond Families visit our provision on a regular basis, not only to provide opportunities to the wider school, but small one to one sessions.
Group sessions - all students that wish to engage have to opportunity to have positive interactions with a range of animals supporting social and emotional health and giving an opportunity to them that they may no have had in their lives.
To be up close and engaging with animals.
One to one session - reading rabbit/tortoise gives a student the space and time with no pressure to practice their reading skills, what ever their ability. We have students showing progress and confidence within their own abilities.
- Local School
Thank you for having us today. It was lovely to see everyone enjoying themselves and new families experiencing the session!
All of the staff were lovely and warm. I thought some of the families had known your for ages and then when i was talking to them I realised that it was their first time going!
-Local authority commissioner
We don't know what we would have done without the therapeutic effects the farm staff have had on my daughter. Going to the farm always lifted her spirits. She was out of the education system for over a year but Diamond Families helped her to learn new practical skills and even gave her school work to do. Now my daughter is thriving.
She now has a fulol time placement at Intuition school, she loves it.
Thank you Emma and all the staff at Diamond Families and Intuition school.
- Parent
I just wanted to say a huge thank you to all of you for a really lovely party. Everyone had a fantastic time and we could not have asked for more.
- Parent
I just wanted to say how much my child loves coming to Diamond Families. She's asked me today if she could stay a bit longer on sessions as she loves it so much.
- Parent
Attending both Muddy Wellies and half term sessions at Diamond Families is so important for our son.
He really struggles to engage in activities and clubs but he absolutely loves his sessions at Diamond Families and would stay all day if he could!
Emma and her team have really boosted his self esteem and have had a massively positive impact on his wellbeing and regulation - I actually feel really emotional that at last our little boy has a ‘happy place’ that is outside our home where he feels accepted and encouraged. It can take us hours to get him ready to leave our home for other outings but for his Muddy Wellies sessions he is dressed and ready to go in moments!
Our daughter has also now started to attend sessions and is absolutely loving them too.
Emma you all really do create ‘sparkle’ in our children’s lives and we could not be more grateful to you.
At Diamond Families pupils develop their personal skills and knowledge very well. Students are Polite and work together to complete tasks such as mucking out stables, feeding and caring for animals, and managing the safety on the farm.
Pupils spend purposeful time at Diamond Farm, where they work with the animals, build fires and cook outdoors. They develop resilience by going out in all weathers and embracing challenges.
- Ofsted Inspector
Friends in schools programme
"We have noticed a significant improvement in the behaviour of students following the friends programme that was delivered".
“I have learnt from the Friends program; How to relax, how to remain calm in a bad situation and how to write steps to success.”
Young people have also said that they “have learnt from the Friends program that you can always talk to someone when you are feeling worried and how important having a support network is to each and everyone of us.
Overall comments from students were very positive and one comment that kept arising was that students will always remember is “F.A.I.L – its our first attempt in learning.”
Attendance figures for the sessions have been outstanding and all students have provided fantastic answers, and all have taken part in their own individual ways throughout.
We have gained some fantastic feedback from staff and from parents during the parent sessions.
- Local school
“All pupils focused and seemed to really enjoy the sessions”.
“It was clear to see that the pupils formed a great relationship with the staff and looked forward to them coming in every week”
“Ladies were brill, empathetic and the children really enjoyed it and seemed settled. Loved bunnies’ task!!”
“It is clear to see that many of our students have adapted some of the techniques learnt and we have seen a positive improvement in behavior”.
“The parent workshop was very interesting and will be useful for my son!”.
- local school
"We have noticed a significant improvement in the behaviour of students following the friends programme that was delivered
"The staff handled our students in a very effective way and managed to keep them all on task and engaged, which is a result in itself".
"Really pleased with the outcomes and would definitely have this programme again"
- Local provision
"I just wanted to thank you for supporting my daughter so much. You have stuck with her and taken her so far already. To think back to a few years ago when we couldn't get her out of the house to now been able to attend the farm for 2 full days with other students is mind blowing. We will always have ups and downs and I just wanted to say thank you for all you have done, you have changed her life."
Michelle says:
I feel listened to and understood for the first time, Thankyou for all your help!
The Lawtons says:
They have helped us a lot. We learnt lots of tips. We no longer survive day to day, we are brilliant parents with well behaved children.
A. Bloor says:
My son now smiles, has friends and sleeps in his own bed. My husband and I are blown away by your support and encouragement. We will tell every one we meet about “life’s secrets”
Daniel says:
Thanks for the help!
M. Leese says:
I was depressed and out of work, Diamond Families helped me get back on track, they helped me focus on what I wanted out of life and create successful future for me and my girls.
Lucy says:
Words will never be enough to thankyou, after just 12 weeks I feel like a new woman. I still can’t understand what you did to transform our lives but your sparkle really does work. I will always remember how you have helped us. Thank you Lucy x
Vanessa Csays:
I worked with the administration team of Diamond Families over a period of 4 1/2 years in my capacity as a teacher in a local special needs school and exclusion provision facility. The most defining attribute of the professional and knowledgeable staff was the importance and utmost nurturing respect for students, parents and colleagues alike. In my career it has been one of the most fulfilling and professionally rewarding positions. Health, wellbeing and positive outlook of all members involved in the facility was at the forefront of success.
Many of the staff had extensive knowledge in a variety of emotional, social and mental issues, including but not limited to behavioural and social issues, fostering and adoption procedures. All staff on a regular consistent basis went above and beyond what is expected to ensure the progress and wellbeing of all students. The facility also provided and promoted family learning sessions, bridging the gap with relatives of pupils involved to promote understanding, learning and strategies to deal with difficult situations.
I would have no reservation in recommending Diamond Families as a provider due to their professional demeanour and passion for assisting those in need. The ethos behind Diamond Families is undoubtedly commendable and plays a pivotal role in our society.
Upon looking back at my time with the staff, I acknowledge the skills and strategies I personally gained that have enabled me to be a more flexible, nurturing and competent professional myself, many of which I reflect on regularly. In modern society these skills are invaluable and it is satisfying to see such a well regarded group assisting in the community.
I wish Diamond Families every success in their endeavour to enrich and equip their clients with the tools to provide for a happy and wholesome future to those they assist both directly and indirectly.
Vanessa x