About Us

Elsa-Support

Welcome to Elsa-Support Ltd, your go-to website for ELSA resources designed to support children’s wellbeing and development. Our website is dedicated to providing ELSAs, educators, parents, and carers with high-quality, downloadable resources that support emotional resilience, social skills, and positive mental health in children.

Comprehensive Resources

At Elsa-Support Ltd, we understand the importance of nurturing children’s emotional intelligence. Our extensive collection of resources includes:

• Lesson Plans: Carefully crafted lesson plans that cover a range of topics. Areas such as emotions, self-awareness, self-esteem, bereavement, EBSA (emotionally based school avoidance) and friendship.
• Activities and Worksheets: Engaging and interactive activities designed to reinforce key ELSA concepts. An example of a fabulous activity is our range of lapbooks.
• Mindfulness Exercises: Techniques and exercises to help children practice mindfulness, reduce stress, and enhance focus.
• Leaflets: A huge range of pupil leaflets across KS1 and KS2, covering many areas such as sleep, self-care, strengths, emotions, and empathy.
• Tangible products: We offer a range of stickers, notepads and lanyards in Debbie’s Hive
• Secondary Resources: After starting out 10 years ago creating primary resources, we now have an extensive range of  resources for Secondary ELSAs.
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Request a Resource

We accept requests for resources or adaptations to a current resource. If you have a great idea that you want as a resource then use our contact form and let us know.

Why Choose Elsa-Support Ltd?

Choosing Elsa-Support Ltd means opting for resources that are not only educational but also enjoyable for children. Our materials are developed by a trained ELSA who understands the unique challenges children face today and has had years of teaching experience.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Evidence-Based Content: We try to base our resources on the latest research in child psychology and education and are constantly updating and making our resources relevant for today.
• User-Friendly: Easy-to-navigate website with instant access to downloadable content.
• Continuous Updates: We regularly update our content to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
• First Provider: We were the first provider of resources for ELSAs starting over 13 years ago. We have extensive knowledge and expertise in the resources that you need for your sessions.
• Reviews from our customers: At Elsa-Support Ltd, we pride ourselves on the positive feedback we receive from ELSAs, educators, parents, and professionals who use our resources.
• Trusted by ELSAs – Our resources are used daily by thousands of ELSAs across the whole country.

Created by an ELSA for ELSAs

The creator of Elsa-Support is a trained Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA), bringing first hand experience and deep understanding of what ELSAs need. This unique perspective ensures that our resources are practical, relevant, and directly aligned with the day-to-day requirements of ELSAs. Our resources are also within the remit of an ELSA. By using Elsa-Support Ltd, you can trust that the tools provided have been designed with ELSA sessions in mind. You won’t find better anywhere else.

Trusted by Professionals

Our ELSA resources come highly recommended by educational psychologists across the country. Our resources are widely used by NHS staff (GPs, nurses and counsellors), Private counsellors, Camhs, Educational Psychologists and other professionals in the field of child mental health and education. This endorsement from respected professionals highlights the effectiveness and reliability of our materials.

Free Resources at Elsa Support

At Elsa-Support Ltd, we believe that every child deserves access to quality Elsa tools. That’s why we offer a wide range of free resources designed to support children’s emotional and social development. Our free resources are available for immediate download, with no strings attached.

• Weekly Updates: We are committed to continually expanding our library of free resources. Each week, we add at least one new resource. This ensures that you always have fresh and engaging materials to work with.
• Diverse Selection: Our free resources include activities, worksheets, lesson plans, creative crafts and more. These materials cover various  topics such as emotions, regulation, self-esteem, transition and mental health.
• Instant Access: Simply visit our website, browse the free resources section, and download what you need. There’s no need to sign up, subscribe, or provide any personal information.
• High-Quality Content: All our free resources are created by an experienced ELSA, ensuring they are both effective and engaging for children.

By offering these free resources, Elsa-Support aims to make our resources accessible to all, providing valuable tools that can be used in classrooms, homes, and therapeutic settings.

Join the Elsa-Support Community

Join the growing community of educators and parents who trust Elsa-Support Ltd for their social and emotional learning needs. Explore our website today and discover the tools that can help make a positive difference in children’s lives. Sign up for our newsletter to receive updates on new resources and tips.

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Join us on social media to stay updated on our latest resources, tips, and insights. Join our vibrant community of over 40,000 educators. Share experiences, gain support, and connect with others who are passionate about children’s mental health and wellbeing.  Collaborate, share ideas, and benefit from the collective knowledge and experience of our network.