Molly is a loveable black Labrador retriever who loves playing with her ball, snuggles and snacks. On the weekends, Molly enjoys long walks with Mrs Townson and running through muddy puddles.

Molly is a member of our pastoral support team within St Mary's and she loves spending time with our children at school. Molly's presence at school never fails to put a smile on the faces of everyone who meets her throughout the day. She has a valuable role in helping children regulate their emotions through her calm temperament.  We believe that Molly can have a significant positive impact on mental health and wellbeing of our children at St Marys.

Studies have shown that school dogs can have a positive effect on children: helping them to manage anxiety, improving reading confidence and generally being a calming influence. Our children at St Mary's benefit emotionally, increase their understanding of responsibility and develop empathy and nurturing skills through contact with a dog. Our children also tend to take great enjoyment from interaction with a dog and we know Molly is having this positive impact on our children and staff at St Mary's.