St Catherine’s Junior School was pleased to welcome our newest staff member, Bella onto the School Campus this week.

Bella is a well-trained therapy dog who will visit the Junior School every fortnight, under the supervision of our Junior School Provisional Psychologist, Mrs Lena Wintermantel.

All students will be asked if they would like to meet Bella prior to their first introduction and care and consideration will be provided at all times for students who have allergies or aversions to dogs.

Bella provides us with an insight into her life, in her staff profile below:

What is your favourite food?
Cheese.

What is your favourite toy?
A Ball.

Do you have a favourite quote?
“The future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades.”

What are your favourite hobbies?
Swimming, running and playing with a ball.

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
To make everyone fall in love with me!

What are your professional interests?
The social and emotional wellbeing of children.

Why did you become a Therapy Dog?
I absolutely love being around people and helping them to feel calm and happy.