Birch Class

Birch class are a group of primary aged pupils. Birch class are following a life skills curriculum. They use a range of strategies such as TEACCH, Attention Autism and Occupational Therapy activities to support teaching and learning. Birch class follow our life skills frameworks and well as elements of the EQUALS curriculum. They have a large emphasis of our holistic curriculum to prepare them for life after The Mendip School.

Birch class love sensory activities, being outside and exploring our local community as well as practicing their interaction and attention skills. Our speech and language and occupational therapists spend time in class supporting the pupils.

Daisy Player

Class Teacher

I am in my third year of teaching and have been lucky enough to do both my ECT years here at The Mendip School. I thoroughly enjoy teaching and working with children to find out ways that they can enjoy their learning. Outside of school, I enjoy walking and spending time with my friends and family.

​Lucie Nurse

Class Teaching Assistant

I’m Lucie and I have worked at The Mendip School for 4 years. I have worked in schools for 6 years and love working with the children and supporting them. In my spare time I play football, rounders and take part in carnival.

Hannah Collins

Class Teaching Assistant

(M W Th)

This is my second year at The Mendip School and I love working with the children. I have two children myself and a pet dog of whom I love to take for walks. I am looking forward to working with Birch Class for the coming academic year.

Frankie Consett

Class Teaching Assistant

(Tu W Th F)

I have been at the mendip school for over a year now and I absolutely love it! I adore working with the children and seeing what they can achieve everyday. I have lots of nieces and nephews and outside of work I enjoying exercising and socialising with my friends. 

 

Tonicha Bishop

Class Teaching Assistant

(M Tu W F)

I’m Nich (Tonicha). I’ve been at The Mendip School since November 2025. I previously worked in adult social care within supported living, focusing on life skills for adults with additional needs. I moved into a classroom setting to use my experience to make a positive difference in children’s lives. Outside of work, I enjoy sports, reading, and art. I live with my husband and our two young daughters. I’m really enjoying Birch class and look forward to the upcoming term!

Birch Class 2025-26 Timetable