Commando Joes

Building character, self-worth and confidence in young people. – For happier, healthier living.

At Whitehouse PRU, we’re committed to fostering positive change by equipping our students with the character and resilience they need to succeed. That’s why we’re proud to incorporate Commando Joe’s into our school programme—a dynamic initiative designed to build self-worth, confidence, and essential life skills.

Commando Joe’s brings together a dedicated team of role models and education professionals, offering invaluable expertise and lived experience. Through engaging activities and challenges, our students learn the importance of empathy, resilience, kindness, and fortitude—qualities that extend far beyond the classroom and into their daily lives.

This programme does more than just support academic growth; it inspires happier, healthier living by nurturing emotional well-being and encouraging teamwork and leadership. With each task, students are empowered to become the best version of themselves, growing not just academically but personally.

By integrating Commando Joe’s into our curriculum, Whitehouse PRU is creating an environment where young people can thrive, transforming obstacles into opportunities and ensuring they leave us with the confidence to take on life’s challenges.

“Whitehouse Pupil Referral Unit is a calm and friendly environment where pupils are happy and feel safe.”

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“Staff know the pupils well, and pupils respond positively to these strong relationships.”

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“Parents comment that their children’s behaviour improves significantly after joining the school.”

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“Pupils listen carefully to their teachers and to each other, creating a calm and focused learning environment.”

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“By the time a pupil leaves the school, they are well prepared for either mainstream school or specialist provision.”

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“Teachers have high aspirations for their pupils, and pupils work hard to achieve them.”

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“Leaders, staff, and governors are ambitious for pupils to achieve their full potential.”

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“Teachers skilfully support pupils’ specific special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).”

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“Pupils learn to read with confidence and can explain past events and infer what might happen next in a story.”

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“Pupils enjoy a wide range of activities that broaden their learning, including drama, cheerleading, and school trips.”

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“The school has systems in place to track individual pupils’ progress, ensuring they are continually challenged.”

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“Classrooms and corridors are calm, with pupils showing respect to their peers, teachers, and visitors.”

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“Teachers help pupils anticipate when they might become angry, improving their ability to manage their emotions.”

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“Staff feel valued and proud to work at the school, receiving strong support from senior leaders.”

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“The governing body and the wider academy trust are ambitious for the school, ensuring both staff and pupils are well-supported.”

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