St Benedict's
Emotional Support for Pupils
The emotional health of pupils is very important to us. We engage with the Emotionally Healthy Schools initiative and use the consultation drop-ins to seek support and guidance for pupils causing concern. Mrs McGuire and Mrs Vernon have both accessed training form Emotionally Healthy Schools and Mrs McGuire is a mental health first aider.
In school we support children with anxiety, introduce pupils to yoga and mindfulness techniques and raise awareness during Children's Mental Health awareness week.
One of the main issues is separation anxiety because children don't want to leave their parents to go to school/clubs or even friends' houses. As soon as they are there, the children are fine but it might take some persuading (and some tears) to get them in!
For urgent support children, young people and their families can call the Mental Health Crisis Line on 0800 145 6485 24 hours, 7 days a week
We are always here to listen and support (even if the issue is outside of school) - so please reach out and don't struggle in silence.
Please contact admin@stbenedicts.cheshire.sch.uk or the headteacher if you would like support or advice.
For more support:
http://www.cwp.nhs.uk/services-and-locations/services/emotionally-healthy-schools/
