Health & wellbeing

Health and wellbeing

We take a whole school approach to wellbeing. If a child is feeling safe, happy and confident they are more likely to learn at school and progress.

Mental Health and Well-being at Lift East Wichel

Promoting children and young people’s emotional health and wellbeing is a very important part of life here at East Wichel School and Nursery. As part of our whole school approach we look at the following.

Prevention – An environment, curriculum and ethos (shown through our School Values) ensures that mental health problems are less likely to happen and students are equipped to be resilient
Pupil Voice - We listen to concerns and involve the children in any decisions that may impact on them. Supporting their mental health and wellbeing giving them a strong sense of community and belonging.
Identification – recognising emerging issues as early and accurately as possible
Early support – Helping students to access evidenced informed support & interventions within the school environment
Specialist support – Working effectively with external agencies to provide access and referrals to support needed which can then be given either onsite at the school or within specialist settings.
Parents and Carers - We work in partnership with parents and carers so that they are equally involved in decisions regarding any support provided for their child/ren.
Staff Training - Mental health and well being for staff is something we value considerably at East Wichel School. Regular training is undertaken by all staff in the school.

Support in school

Our staff are always here to support children and families where we can
Dedicated Forest School leader and space within the school grounds
Whole class mindfulness sessions
Mindfulness and anxiety management support for small groups and 1:1
Daily Journalling
Therapy dogs
Social stories
Brain break activities
Communication boxes
A tranquillity room and a sensory room
Hamish and Milo programme
Assemblies that focus on mental health well-being and personal development
Our Family Support Worker, Mrs Sheward, can support with 1:1 Counselling in school
We run a Young Carers group in school, for children who support with the caring of family members.
Referals to BeU mentoring groups and 1:1 support
Referals to the Early Help Hub

Your wellbeing matters. If you’re facing challenges or simply want to take care of your mental and physical health, there are plenty of resources available to help. This section provides links to trusted websites, helplines, and organisations that offer advice, guidance, and support tailored to young people.

Young Minds
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Anna Freud
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Supporting a child’s wellbeing can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. This section signposts a range of resources to help you navigate topics such as mental health, online safety, and emotional support. Whether you need practical advice or someone to talk to, these trusted organisations can offer guidance.

Young Minds
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Anna Freud
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