Our Buddy system

At St Michael and All Angels, we have developed a successful ‘buddy system’ in which our Year 6 children buddy up with our Foundation 2 children.

Throughout the year the children meet to develop their relationships and play. This offers opportunities for our older pupils to uphold responsibilities and to boost confidence and a sense of belonging for our younger pupils.

When the children go to Church for Mass or a Service, the children sit in their ‘buddy pairs’ so the older children can help and support the younger children.

Year 6 pupils will come and read to their buddy’s and when they are able, will listen to their F2 buddy read to them. We ensure there are lots of opportunities for buddy’s to meet and spend time together e.g at Christmas and during our World Book Day celebrations and activities.